Editorial
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Vaccine news promising, but stay vigilant
A great hope was announced to the world this week when we learned that a potential vaccine for COVID-19 is on the immediate horizon.
Kalispell Chamber hands baton to seasoned leader
An exciting new chapter has begun for the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce as its staff and members welcome new President and Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Clarno. Retiring CEO Joe Unterreiner has handed off the ...
Columbia Falls girl is an inspiration to all
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Warming Shelter a key step in addressing homelessness
On Monday, the Kalispell City Council unanimously green-lighted a zoning text amendment and conditional-use permit that will allow the Flathead Warming Shelter to move forward with establishing a permanent locati...
There's still time to make your vote count
Tuesday’s election is being widely characterized as the “most important in a lifetime.”
Arena shows leadership, selflessness
Non-essential business closures and other mandates associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have battered the Flathead Valley’s economy for most of 2020, leaving some local businesses hanging by a thread and prompti...
Hospitals, Health Department need our help
As the number of COVID-19 cases in Montana keeps climbing with no clear path yet to quelling the pandemic, the state and many hot-spot counties — Flathead County included — find themselves in what top medical off...
Gateway 2 Miracles campaign worthy of support
Northwest Montana United Way recently launched the first phase of a new capital campaign and it’s worthy of your support.
Transparency standards needed for care facilities
Imagine arriving at a restaurant and finding a sign posted on the front door with a “D” rating, indicating the establishment “poses a significant risk to the public and immediate steps must be taken or closure pr...
Time for voters to tune into local, state races
The Daily Inter Lake kicks off its general election coverage today with profiles on two newcomers to local politics who are vying for the Flathead County Commission District 1 seat held by outgoing Commissioner P...
COVID data discrepancies need to be corrected
Having accurate, up-to-date information about the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in Flathead County is imperative as we all make daily decisions about how to go about our lives.
Mask defiers spoil public process for all
Twice in recent weeks, a group of people deliberately not wearing face masks has shown up at public meetings in the Flathead Valley.
Express your views peacefully
Whitefish City Council made the right call Tuesday night when they voted down a proposed emergency ordinance that would have placed restrictions on gatherings and demonstrations in the city.
Canadian mining project needs additional scrutiny
Canada announced this week that it will further assess the risks of a proposed coal mine in British Columbia that could negatively impact water quality in Northwest Montana.
Be flexible as schools navigate reopening plans
The general angst among parents, students and teachers is palpable as the valley gears up for a return to school in these unprecedented times of COVID-19.