U.S., Montana job markets stays strong despite inflation

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week, a sign that U.S. job market remains resilient despite higher interest rates.

Man arrested for allegedly beating, threatening girlfriend arraigned in district court

A 21-year-old brought up on a felony charge after allegedly beating his girlfriend and threatening to kill her with a gun in Kalispell in October has pleaded not guilty in Flathead County District Court.

Legals for November, 24 2023

Zinke's Fill the Lake Act meets mixed reactions

Shortly after Rep. Ryan Zinke introduced legislation aimed at keeping Flathead Lake at full pool during the height of summer, operators of the SKQ Dam called the congressman’s proposal unworkable.

Law roundup: New phone, who dis?

Putting a new phone through its paces, a resident decided to make sure it could contact first responders presumably in the event of an emergency. Dispatchers confirmed that the phone had, indeed, successfully called 911.

Lake County initiates withdrawal from law enforcement agreement

The Lake County Board of Commissioners sent a certified letter to Gov. Greg Gianforte on Monday, formally announcing their intention to withdraw from Public Law 280, the nearly 60-year-old agreement that gives the state jurisdiction over felonies committed by tribal members on the reservation.

Boys soccer: Glacier’s Ells is Western AA Player of Year

A pair of Glacier Wolfpack boys made All-State for Class AA soccer, and one of them, junior midfielder Liam Ells, was named the Western AA’s Player of the Year.

Bulldog boys put 5 players on All-State team

Five members of Whitefish’s 15-0 boys soccer team — which won the program’s 10th soccer title in October — all All-State for Class A.

Western AA Volleyball: Glacier's Speer is Player of Year

Haven Speer, senior setter for the Western AA champion Glacier Wolfpack, has been named first-team All-State volleyball as well as her conference’s Player of the Year.

AA girls soccer: Bravettes' Nigon, Pack's Brisendine All-State

Mauraia Nigon of Flathead and Reagan Brisendine of Glacier are among the 11 Western AA girls soccer players named to the All-State team for Class AA in 2023.

'We're a home': Sparrow's Nest marks a decade of providing unaccompanied teens a safe haven

Taking the first step up the stairs of Sparrow’s Nest of Northwest Montana’s residential house in Kalispell is symbolic of the upward journey many homeless teens' lives will take.

Legals for November, 23 2023

Gala supports Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation

The theme this year is Gold Medal Gala in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the foundation.

Pottery artist influenced by nature

The vast beauty of the Flathead Valley inspires much of the forms, textures, and imagery used to make Ramona Jane Stoneware, Raku, and pit-fired pottery, along with her travels throughout the U.S. and Europe.

Singer-songwriter brings Lift Series to Kalispell next year

Brett Dennen, known for his heartfelt lyrics and dynamic performances, is set to take the stage for an unforgettable night of stories and music when he brings his annual Lift Series to the Wachholz College Center on March 7, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.

Musician John Floridis’ concerts focus on transition from darkness to light

Montana musician John Floridis will also perform at the Daily Inter Lake on Dec. 1 for the newspaper’s monthly Press Play lunchtime concert series.

Passing gratitude around the Thanksgiving table

Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to gather together.

Letters to the editor Nov. 23

Letters to the editor Nov. 23

My first muley: A test of perseverance

For the last three rifle seasons, I’ve set out to harvest my first mule deer buck.

Big Sky Notes: Momentous return

For a second in the second half of Saturday’s Brawl of the Wild, the 122nd renewal of the Cat-Griz game, it looked a little like Montana’s trip to Idaho the month before.