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Column: Vegas lights and press box fights
The passing of Norm Clarke, the eye patch-wearing Terry native who spent a lifetime in newspapers, has brought a flood of eulogies and remembrances from across the state and country.
It’s time to invest in our schools
Have you gotten a pay raise since 2007? Our local high schools haven’t.
Flathead County Animal Shelter overwhelmed after authorities seize 27 dogs in animal cruelty case
The Flathead County Animal Shelter is overwhelmed with animals after 27 dogs were seized from allegedly unsanitary conditions at a Coram property earlier this month, according to shelter division manager Austin Hicks.
Polson girls tennis sweep Hamilton, Libby
POLSON — Baylee Lemm picked up a pair of straight set wins as Polson girls tennis downed Hamilton and Libby Friday.
Suspect arrested in Aspen Court standoff given suspended sentences
Judge Heidi Ulbricht handed down concurrent five-year sentences for aggravated burglary and criminal possession of dangerous drugs, both suspended, on Jan. 9 to Benjamin Kulina
Flathead Business Watercooler
Happenings related to business in the Flathead Valley
Unique wellness treatments focus for Lakeside spa
Annie Dillard constantly looks for calming treatment options to add to the spa that are unique and contribute to a serene experience.
Law roundup: Money hungry delivery driver steals tips
A man allegedly working for DoorDash stole money out of the location’s employee tip jar.
Legals for March, 23 2025
Appeal filed in Glacier Park home case
The Flathead Conservation District and Friends of Montana Rivers and Streams have filed an appeal to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of a home built on private land along the banks of McDonald Creek in Glacier National Park.
UM’s CyberMontana director recognized as barrier-breaking leader
Dianna Burke, who started her career as a chemist in the male-dominated Texas oil business, has been breaking barriers for decades as she advanced her career in computer science, information technology and cybersecurity — a field that is currently 80% male.
Lynnette Marie (Haug) Hintze, 68
Lynnette Marie (Haug) Hintze passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 68 in Houston where she was recovering from a bone marrow transplant after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.
Church to thrift store: Kalispell’s 130-year-old building seeks renovation to preserve historic legacy
The building, listed under the National Register of Historic Places, has housed people of faith, those looking for bargain finds and for a time students. After standing for 130 years, it is now in dire need of a touch-up.
HB 490 is a crucial step for Montana’s safety and resilience
As general managers of Montana’s electric cooperatives, we are writing to urge our state senators and communities to support House Bill 490.
A tax policy solution to save Montana ranch land
Should ranches that have been taken out of production continue to be taxed as agricultural property?
Montana Legislature debates the future of arts and culture funding
Legislators are doubling down on efforts to reform a set of state grants dedicated to local arts and cultural projects.
West Valley School robotics team dives into preparations for world championship
The West Valley School Gummy Sharks robotics team dives into preparations to compete on the international stage at the FIRST World Championship. Fundraising efforts are underway.
Annual cherry growers’ meeting April 5
Keynote speaker, Tianna DuPont, associate professor and Washington State University extension specialist, will give an in-depth presentation on what soil health metrics are important for orchards, including management practices geared toward improving overall soil health.
Bill amendment changes our tune
Sen. Carl Glimm’s property tax-relief plan is riding a swell of support as it floats closer to a final vote in the House.
Transmittal update from Rep. Sprunger
The Montana Legislature reconvened this week after the transmittal break, marking the start of the second half of the 69th legislative session.
Letters to the editor March 23
Letters to the editor March 23
Mary Lavinia "Mina" (Warren) Henke 93
Mary Lavinia "Mina" (Warren) Henke passed on March 13, 2025.
Marilyn Grace McGeshick, 70
Marilyn Grace McGeshick, age 70, of Columbia Falls, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, surrounded by her family by her side on March 20, 2025.
