Peek into the past: the lives of Chinese and Japanese immigrants in the early Flathead

In what was once the city’s Chinatown, firecrackers hung from the tops of doorways in Chinese businesses and residences, which included restaurants and laundry services that were described by locals at the time as some of the best in town.

Unbeaten Valkyries cruise to 7-B title

Braeden Gunlock scored 13 points to lead a balanced Bigfork offense, and the unbeaten Valkyries coasted past Thompson Falls 51-12 for the District 7-B girls basketball title Saturday.

Epperly, Walker key as Vikings surge to title

Bigfork’s Isak Epperly scored a game-high 20 points, and the Vikings pulled away in the third quarter to beat Eureka 61-35 for the District 7-B boys basketball title Saturday.

Eureka, Bigfork to meet for 7-B boys title

EUREKA — Tristan Butts scored 18 of his 20 points after halftime Friday, helping Eureka hold off Mission 58-56 in a District 7-B boys basketball semifinal.

FVCC lecture series focuses on state of global democracies

International trade, global diplomacy and multilateral relations are far-reaching and impact Montanans locally.

Glacier boys, Flathead girls earn tough wins

Crosstown II played to a packed Flathead High School gym Thursday night, and given the physical play on display, it’s fitting that each game was decided by a touchdown.

Campground shooting suspect said she fired after being hit

Prosecutors filed a single count of assault with a weapon against Chelsie Marie Morrison, 33, of Eureka on Jan. 24 for her alleged role in the confrontation.

WTC presents double feature of family-friendly theater

Adapted from the classic book by Margery Williams, “The Velveteen Rabbit” is a touching story about the transformative power of love.

Band members present recital night

Several members of the Flathead Valley Community Band are scheduled to present an evening Chamber Night recital on Monday, Feb. 20 at First Presbyterian Church located at 530 S. Main in Kalispell.

Kalispell Planning Board recommends requests for proposed residential developments

The Kalispell Planning Board recommended Tuesday two requests from housing developers to the City Council.

Kubi, Bravettes grow into Western AA power

Akilah Kubi, when asked how tall she is, replied: “Five-foot-9.” Then she added, “But you can write 5-10.”

Logan Health, Billings Clinic discuss potential deal

Logan Health and Billings Clinic, two of Montana’s largest hospital systems, have opened discussions about uniting as a single health-care organization. Billings Clinic announced the potential deal Wednesday.

Talk discusses history of Japanese people in Northwest Montana

The presentation is at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, in the Northwest Montana Historical Museum in Kalispell.

Report: $60 million indoor sports facility would benefit local businesses

In addition to serving local youth and adult athletes, the visitors bureau asked its consultants to explore the viability of establishing a center that would attract regional teams for large tournaments.

Law roundup: Man threatens to blow up building

A man allegedly carrying a fake stick of dynamite threatened to return to a business and blow up the building.

Kalispell Planning Board to weigh two large residential developments

Two large housing developments are expected to come before the Kalispell City Planning Board at its Tuesday meeting.

Legals for February, 14 2023

Legals for February, 13 2023

New owner plans to complement the past with the present at Izaak Walton Inn

After more than eight decades and hundreds of thousands of visitors, this summer the Izaak Walton Inn will receive its first major renovations and upgrades since 1995 thanks to its new Washington-based owners, LOGE Camps.

Elton Ross Hoyt, 84

Elton Ross Hoyt, 84, passed away on Jan. 23, 2023, at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan.