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Daines proposes expanding federal funds for some public land projects
May 7, 2025 midnight

Daines proposes expanding federal funds for some public land projects

Montana’s senators are backing efforts to extend a $2 billion pot of funding for maintenance projects on public lands.

Bigfork Band wins division in jazz competition and sees success at state
May 7, 2025 midnight

Bigfork Band wins division in jazz competition and sees success at state

The Bigfork High School band is closing another successful year with wins at an Idaho jazz competition and students getting to go to the state music festival.

Kalispell Council OKs fee hikes for parks and rec programs
May 7, 2025 midnight

Kalispell Council OKs fee hikes for parks and rec programs

Public youth programs, pool fees and park reservations in Kalispell will undergo price hikes in the near future.

Crosstown Tennis: Glacier holds court
May 7, 2025 midnight

Crosstown Tennis: Glacier holds court

Another pair of Crosstown tennis duals took place Tuesday at Flathead Valley Community College, and the Glacier Wolfpack were ravenous.

Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state
May 6, 2025 noon

Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state

U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries.

Kalispell City Council to schedule public hearing on Main Street overhaul
May 5, 2025 midnight

Kalispell City Council to schedule public hearing on Main Street overhaul

Kalispell City Council on Monday is expected to schedule an upcoming public hearing for its Main Street reconstruction project.

Community collaborations: Preparing property in the face of wildfire threat
May 5, 2025 midnight

Community collaborations: Preparing property in the face of wildfire threat

Montana is one of two states where at least 50% of structures are at risk from wildfire, according to a January report from LendingTree, which analyzed data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

New business aims to protect what matters
May 4, 2025 midnight

New business aims to protect what matters

Unlike the flimsy safes he had perused before, the Champion-brand safes were hefty. According to the manufacturer, each one is hand-built with multiple layers of American-made steel and includes several other features that prevent damage during natural disasters and break-ins.

It’s time to finally say ‘yes’
May 4, 2025 midnight

It’s time to finally say ‘yes’

Athletics, FFA, speech and debate, theater, trades classes like welding and mechanics, internships, apprenticeships, music and 20 full-time teacher positions.

May 4, 2025 midnight

May 4: A day to reflect on the value of science and democracy

For most Americans, the date “May 4th” probably elicits no particular reaction; with the possible exception of rabid Star Wars fans, it’s a day like any other.

Traveling back in time – Railroad display models historic Flathead Valley in miniature
May 4, 2025 midnight

Traveling back in time – Railroad display models historic Flathead Valley in miniature

Trains once chugged through the center of Kalispell, making the community a railroad hub and helping it to thrive as a commercial center. A spur line connecting the city with Somers provided a connection point to a sawmill on the north shore of Flathead Lake.

UM supports entrepreneurial students through Startup Studio
May 4, 2025 midnight

UM supports entrepreneurial students through Startup Studio

Each Tuesday afternoon this spring semester students meet in UM’s Startup Studio, a room on the third floor of the University Center where students of all majors explore their business ideas and receive feedback from one another.

May 4, 2025 midnight

Montana Department of Agriculture awards grants to advance ag businesses

From Opheim to Stevensville, a total of 25 agricultural businesses throughout the state were awarded funds to advance Montana’s agricultural economy.

Suspect in assault case given suspended jail sentences
May 4, 2025 midnight

Suspect in assault case given suspended jail sentences

A Whitefish man accused of leveling a rifle at a worker at a Blanchard Lake Drive job site in 2023 received a pair of suspended jail sentences last fall.

May 3, 2025 midnight

Braves tennis down Butte, Bravettes fall three times

MISSOULA — After a busy day on the courts, the Flathead boys returned home with a win and two losses in the Garden City Friday, while the Bravettes fell in their three duals.

School election ballots due by May 6
May 3, 2025 midnight

School election ballots due by May 6

Voters are reminded to turn in ballots for school elections.

Automotive students medal at state SkillsUSA conference
May 2, 2025 midnight

Automotive students medal at state SkillsUSA conference

Two Flathead High School automotive students brought home gold and bronze at the Montana SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Great Falls.

Whitefish Community Foundation awards over $477,000 to Flathead Valley nonprofits
May 2, 2025 midnight

Whitefish Community Foundation awards over $477,000 to Flathead Valley nonprofits

Whitefish Community Foundation held its annual Community Grant Awards on April 29 and presented $477,750 in grants and special awards to 52 nonprofit organizations representing projects and programs in Bigfork, Columbia Falls, Evergreen, Kalispell, Lakeside, Libby and Whitefish.

Sine die: Moderates seized power during 2025 legislative session
May 1, 2025 9 a.m.

Sine die: Moderates seized power during 2025 legislative session

Following Montana Republicans' dominance in the fall election, a group of GOP lawmakers kicked off the 2025 Legislature with an unexpected move: ceding power to Democrats.