First turkey: The hunt at dawn

It was so early, even the birds were still snoring.

Sapa goes big, Wildcats take third

BUTTE — A state trophy was a long time coming for the Columbia Falls Wildcats, who beat Butte Central 58-53 Saturday in the State A boys basketball consolation game. So was a big game from Reggie Sapa.

Trump camp threatens local TV stations over Democratic ad

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's reelection campaign is threatening legal action against local TV stations in Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin if they don't pull a Democratic anti-Trump commercial that uses clips of the president talking about the coronavirus outbreak. The campaign says the ad is false.

McConnell releasing ad tied to his role in virus rescue bill

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking to capitalize on his leadership post during the coronavirus crisis, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is launching a campaign ad in his home state that touts his role in passing the $2.2 trillion economic rescue package.

Flathead surpasses 500 total COVID cases

Flathead County this week surpassed 500 cumulative cases of COVID-19 since Montana’s outbreak began in March, and as of Wednesday, state and local data showed 119 of those cases are currently active.

Black and Blue rebound for victory in regular-season finale

FRENCHTOWN — The Kalispell Black and Blue rugby team picked up a much-needed win Saturday to regain momentum entering the playoffs, defeating the previously undefeated Frenchtown Iron Horse 33-19.

City residents reminded about poultry laws

It’s baby chick season, but roosters need not apply for residency in any of Flathead County’s three incorporated cities. Only hens can be city dwellers.

It's time for a ratepayer rebellion

We are writing in response to Brad Johnson’s opinion piece (June 23) regarding baseload power. As concerned Montana parents and grandparents, we don’t trust Johnson right now any more than we trust NorthWestern Energy.

Sneed named national player of week

Senior accounted for

SOCCER: Duford's hat trick leads Polson over Bigfork

Pirates win 3-0, stay perfect in conference

BIGFORK — Bigfork keeper Celeste Rehbein made 21 saves but it was not enough as Polson’s Tiara Duford potted three goals to lead the Pirates to a 3-0 Northern A conference win on Tuesday afternoon.

Duplexes top C. Falls agenda

The Daily Inter Lake

Financial firm to close down

Provident Financial Inc., a Kalispell-based investment and lending company, has announced that it plans to liquidate its assets, though it has not yet determined a closure date.

County OKs new zoning in Lakeside

Acknowledging a solid show of support from property owners, the Flathead County commissioners on Monday unanimously passed a resolution of intent to create a new lakefront zoning district in Lakeside.

Old Fund needs to be restored

The chickens are coming home to roost in the state work-comp program's "Old Fund."

Conservation council criticizes Cline proposal

Group worried about mine's potential negative impact on fish

Kalispell Taxi service ends after six months

Nearly six months after he responded to the public’s call for taxi service in Whitefish, Lee Sturdevant of Kalispell has shut down his business.

Give a boost to Cabinet grizzlies

The release of a female grizzly bear in the Cabinet Mountains last week was a milestone for common sense.

Justice seeks re-election to busy court

By CHERY SABOL

AA volleyball: Flathead stuns No. 4 Capital

The weekend ended on a positive note for Flathead’s volleyball team as the Bravettes knocked off fourth-ranked Helena Capital 25-19, 27-25, 14-25, 27-25 Saturday afternoon at Flathead High School in a Western AA match.

Satellite detects object in jet search area

Missing plane