Drunk driver sentenced to 20 years for death of Kalispell pedestrian

The New Jersey woman convicted of killing a pedestrian on U.S. 2 in Kalispell while driving under influence in 2022 received a decades-long prison sentence in Flathead County District Court on Thursday.

Grammy winner Mark O'Connor to perform with Glacier Symphony

Mark O'Connor, a three-time Grammy winner and seven-time Country Music Awards Musician of the Year is set to captivate audiences alongside his wife, the acclaimed violinist Maggie O'Connor at the Wachholz College Center April 20.

WTC hosts adult prom

With the theme “A Fairy Tale Evening” this community party is complete with enchanting fairy tale décor, DJ, free photo booth, and food and drinks. No formal dress is necessary but prom attire — old, new and everything in between — is encouraged.

Shirley Ann Thompson, 92

Shirley Ann Henneberry Thompson, 92, went to the loving arms of her husband, Earl Lindy Thompson on April 20, 2024.

Mack Days angler lands, releases bull trout

Spring Mack Days, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, is moving into week number six in the nine-week long event. Entries continue to be taken until 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11.

Story of astronomer explores women’s place in society during 19th Century

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she is not allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in “girl hours” and has no time for the women’s probing theories.

County board considers Evergreen RV park, event venue near Whitefish

A new RV park in Evergreen and a property wanting to host large events southwest of Whitefish have both applied for approval with Flathead County.

Earth Day Expo expands to FVCC campus with workshops and activities for all ages

Hosting the event, the Flathead Valley chapter of the Citizens Climate Lobby is a national nonprofit organization that advocates for Congress to take up bipartisan climate solutions.

25,000 climate conversations

“The most important thing you can do about climate change is talk about it.” That’s the advice climate scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe gave during a TED Talk that has now been viewed over 4 million times.

Voters to decide on bonds for school expansion, football stadium

Whitefish voters this fall will consider separate bond requests totaling $32.6 million to fund a high school expansion and remodel, and build an on-campus football stadium and track.

Bravettes down Libby 13-3 in softball

LIBBY — Kaidyn Lake had four hits, including a home run, and Lacie Franklin also homered Tuesday as the Flathead Bravettes beat the Libby Loggers 13-3 in non-conference softball.

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Vonda Lee Seliger, 83

Vonda Lee Seliger, born on Sept. 7, 1940, in Stanley, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at the age of 83.

Legals for March, 27 2024

Flathead Business Watercooler

Business events happening in the Flathead Valley

Quilter uses colors to bring out the art in traditional patterns

Walking around Barb Taylor’s home her enthusiasm for art in many different mediums becomes apparent.

Motorist suspected of gunplay given deferred sentence

A man suspected of aiming a handgun at another motorist while stopped at a U.S. 2 intersection in October earned a deferred sentence in Flathead County District Court earlier this year.

Phillips Gallery hosts Helena artist Tom Mostad

Phillips Gallery is hosting a painting demonstration and opening reception for an exhibit titled Going Wild with Helena-based artist Tom Mostad on April 5.

Privacy is a legal issue, not a political one

Austin Knudsen continues to abuse his position as Montana’s attorney general to interfere with our constitutional rights and democracy.

Law roundup: Trespasser pushes his luck at casino

A 73-year-old man who allegedly won a lifetime ban at a casino pushed his luck by returning and went home with a ticket for trespassing by the Kalispell Police Department.