Area river levels projected to decline beginning next week

The Flathead River is expected to drop below flood stage by next weekend, according to the latest projection from the National Weather Service.

Mistrial declared in case of Troy log furniture maker

A mistrial was declared in the matter of a Troy man accused of stealing thousands of dollars from people all over the country after taking orders from them for custom log furniture and then not producing the items.

California bill aims to reduce plastic waste

A bill introduced late Thursday aims to bring environmental and business groups together to avoid a similar ballot measure slated to go before voters in November. But at least one of the ballot measure’s proponents, the Natural Resources Defense Council, isn’t yet on board with the deal.

Bulldogs’ Bodie Smith enjoying Shrine week

One of the many cool things about Montana’s annual Shrine Game — the 75th game is Saturday night in Great Falls — is that the rosters are announced on Dec. 25.

Legals for June, 17 2022

Input sought on hunting opportunities near Columbia Falls

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking input on the scope of hunting opportunities allowed at the new Bad Rock Canyon Wildlife Management Area near Columbia Falls.

Summer ArtFest draws legion of artists to Whitefish

Summer ArtFest at Whitefish returns for its fourth annual art show and sale at the downtown O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center.

Paint, Metal and Mud Gallery hosts reception Friday

In conjunction with Father’s Day weekend, the Paint, Metal and Mud artist cooperative will host a reception to welcome three new artists, from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 17, at the gallery in downtown Kalispell.

Legals for June, 16 2022

Tour Divide cyclist rescued from Glacier floodwaters

An international search and rescue effort was able to locate a lost and injured cyclist in the North Fork area of Glacier National Park Tuesday.

Fisher-Price, US regulators warn of infant deaths in rockers

WASHINGTON (AP) — Fisher-Price and U.S. product safety regulators are telling parents not to let their infants fall asleep in the company's rockers after 13 infants died in the devices between 2009 and 2021.

A Legion: Mariners get sweep, Twins rained out

POLSON — Sharp pitching performances and Dawson DuMont’s big day at the plate helped Mission Valley sweep a Class A Legion doubleheader from Kalispell Sunday, 9-0 and 4-1.

What’s behind Montana’s higher ed enrollment uptick?

Fall 2021 enrollment counts announced last month have delivered some welcome news for the Montana University System: For the first time in nearly a decade, the state’s 16 public colleges and universities have seen their combined enrollment increase.

Legals for June, 12 2022

Wildlife viewing area proposed at Reed’s Slough

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking input on a proposed wildlife viewing area at Reed’s Slough near Somers.

U18 Women's world championship: U.S. women blank Canada, 7-0

Team USA finishes prelims undefeated and earns a bye to Sunday's semifinal round

MADISON, Wis. – Team USA dispatched Canada, 7-0, to finish the IIHF Under-18 Women’s World Championship preliminary round undefeated and secure the top spot in Grou

Legals for June, 10 2022

Glacier Chorale holds auditions for its 40th season

After successfully taking to the stage again this past season, the Glacier Chorale is looking forward to the upcoming 40th season of the Glacier Symphony and Chorale.

New artists join Paint, Metal and Mud

In conjunction with Father’s Day weekend, the Paint, Metal and Mud artist cooperative will host a reception to welcome three new artists, from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 17, at the gallery in downtown Kalispell.

Ronan Musicians Co-op hosts open mics and jams

The Western Montana Musicians Cooperative (WMMC) focuses on bringing songwriters, musicians and performing artists together through a shared love of music, while providing a place to rehearse, grow and connect with others to form bands, grow a musical enterprise, or transition from amateur to professional.