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Columbia Falls student-athlete recognized for leadership
Columbia Falls High School senior Julia Byrd was recognized as a Winslow Nichols Leadership Award winner for her e…
Homeschool Theatre Club presents ‘The Sound of Music’
Based on the true story of the Von Trapp Family Singers, the play includes music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.
Gianforte out-raises Democratic challenger Busse
Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte out-raised Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by about $350,000 in Montana’s gubernatorial race so far, filings show.
Judge Christopher announces resignation, effective April 5
In a letter dated March 15, District Court Judge Kim Christopher informed Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike McGrath that she is officially stepping down from he…
Columbia Falls School District sending more levy requests to voters
Looking down the barrel of some significant operating deficits in both the elementary and high school budgets, the Columbia Falls School District 6 Trustee Board unanimously approved bringing two levy requests to v…
State uses Jan. 6 insurrection to argue for tougher voter registration requirements
A Montana assistant attorney general told a federal judge Wednesday afternoon that Montana needs the additional voter registration requirements signed into law…
Accurate rent estimates would bring state millions more for vouchers, housing advocate says
Local housing advocates in Montana are committing to do the on-the-ground work to get a more accurate estimate of the rental market in the state – which would …
Three vie to replace state Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur
The stage is set for a three-way contest to replace retiring Montana Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur, a race featuring two district court judges and a man …
Workshop to discuss Whitefish's tourism management plan
The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan committee will hold a planning workshop April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Whitefish City Hall.
Sidewalk construction in Evergreen slated to begin this week
After years of effort, sidewalk construction along U.S. 2 in Evergreen is finally getting underway.
Series looks at land stewardship
The Montana State University Flathead County Extension and the Flathead Conservation District are holding a six-week Land Stewardship Series.
Man dies following shooting near Columbia Falls
A man allegedly opened fire on people at a Columbia Falls home Wednesday night before fleeing and prompting a standoff with members of the Northwest Regional SWAT team, authorities say.
Man accused of trashing Columbia Falls hotel room while on meth
Prosecutors have filed felony charges against a man suspected of ransacking his Columbia Falls hotel room while high on methamphetamine last week.
Feds meet with Lake County Commission on criminal jurisdiction
Federal agencies would only focus on the “big fish” cases if they took over felony jurisdiction on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Flathead County passes septage treatment facility to Lakeside district
Flathead County is handing over the construction and future operation of a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Flathead Forest plans spring burn operations
The Flathead National Forest is planning to conduct spring prescribed fire projects when weather, fuel conditions and air quality become favorable.