Daines proposes tougher fine for illegal wilderness landings

Montana Republican Sen. Steve Daines said he will introduce a bill that would increase the maximum fine for landing any unauthorized aerial vehicle in designated wilderness areas in national forests to $20,000.

Letters to the editor July 20

As a local photographer, I attended the virtual meeting the park service hosted to discuss their new proposed ticketed-entry system. The press was not allowed to join the call. That should be a red flag.

OPINION: Invested in the future of news media

If you want to know who still believes in a future for news media, just turn to some of our most respected businessmen: Warren Buffett. Jeff Bezos. John Henry. Glen Taylor.

LETTER: Subsidies are your gift to Tesla & green drivers

I am sure you are aware that Montana taxpayers are subsidizing the manufacturers, dealers and drivers of electric cars in many ways. You are most likely aware that electric car and battery manufacturers have received billions of dollars in government subsidies. So you and I, the taxpayer, have helped the manufacturers of these vehicles keep their prices lower.

Zinke confirms he will accept nomination as Interior secretary

RUNNING: Bigfork's Hughes wins excellence award

Flathead grad an All-American athlete at CSU-Pueblo

PUEBLO, Colo. (April 26, 2016) – Colorado State University-Pueblo cross country and track standout Bailey Hughes, a junior from Bigfork, was the recipient of the 2016 Threlkeld Prize for Excellence at CSU-Pueblo, Wednesday, which is presented to a graduating senior who demonstrates excellence in academic and co-curricular activities as well as in service to the university and to the community.

OPINION: Ryan Zinke's feet a poor fit for Teddy's boots

U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke recently claimed that he was a “Teddy Roosevelt conservationist.” He then voted for H.R. 2316, a piece of legislation that would transfer management of 4 million acres of national forests to state-appointed committees. These committees would be charged with stimulating commodity production and revenue. The multiple-use principle for American forests that Theodore Roosevelt championed would not apply.

Senate panel tables bill on term limits

HELENA — A Senate committee on Tuesday tabled a proposed constitutional amendment referendum to end term limits.

Whitefish hosts Western Governors meeting

For the second time this decade, Whitefish will play host to the annual summer meeting of the Western Governors’ Association next week as the top elected officials from 10 states join other dignitaries to discuss issues facing the American West.

Whitefish conference delves into age discrimination

Ageism is an insidious prejudice.

Interior official blasts resignation of parks advisory board

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A U.S. Interior Department official on Wednesday blasted the resignation of most members of a board that advises it on national parks, suggesting the move was politically motivated and their work was flawed.

Last Best Outdoors Fest comes to C. Falls

U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Business for Montana’s Outdoors and the Montana Brewers Association announced they will be hosting the Last Best Outdoors Fest in Columbia Falls to celebrate the jobs and businesses that power Montana’s outdoor economy.

Glacier sheds early jitters, sweeps FHS

All it took for Glacier volleyball was a minute to calm down.

Interior denies wrongdoing involving Zinke's wife, travel

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Interior denied any wrongdoing Monday after documents surfaced showing government staffers were forced to scramble to accommodate requests from Secretary Ryan Zinke’s wife as she accompanied him on trips outside of Washington D.C.

Women's March in Helena draws 10,000

HELENA — Organizers of the Women’s March on Montana estimate there were 10,000 people gathered at the Capitol in Helena on Saturday.

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I am very saddened by the current state of affairs in America. I feel bewildered and betrayed. How can this be happening?

As Montana Legislature starts its 65th session, budget battle looms

HELENA (AP) — Just before the Montana Legislature gaveled in its 2017 session Monday, Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock looked to ease the tension building over a looming budget battle by calling on the two parties to work together for the state’s best interests.

Glacier rolls FHS in 4 sets

After failing to close out a deciding third set, Glacier shut the door on a possible comeback in the fourth of its crosstown volleyball match against Flathead, running off 13 of the first 15 points in the final set to win the match 25-22, 25-17, 22-25, 25-16 on Thursday evening at Glacier High School.

Loan program busy as local economy ramps up

Buoyed by a local economy that is thriving, Montana West Economic Development originated seven loans to local businesses totaling $1.2 million last year.

Deidra 'Dee' Bryant Faessler, 70

Deidra “Dee” Bryant Faessler passed away in Kona Community Hospital from extended complications of acute pneumonia on July 29, 2017.