Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he gives Harris an enthusiastic endorsement

CHICAGO (AP) — President Joe Biden delivered his valedictory address to the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, saying, "I gave my best to you" and basking in a long ovation that reflected the energy released by his decision to cede the stage to Vice President Kamala Harris.

Letters to the editor Aug. 20

Letters to the editor Aug. 20

Legals for August, 20 2024

Whitefish’s final budget includes tax increase

City Council on Monday is expected to approve the final budget for fiscal year 2025 totaling $53.5 million.

Kalispell City Council poised to approve fiscal year 2025 budget

Kalispell City Council is expected to vote Monday on the municipality’s roughly $180.7 million fiscal year 2025 budget, an increase of roughly $40 million from last year.

After a lifetime of moving, new Salvation Army officer lands in Kalispell

For as long as he can remember, Salvation Army Lt. Sean Pease has been on the move.

Tester's attacks on veteran-run business are shameful

Bridger Aerospace started with four veterans in a barn in Montana. Our next mission became using battlefield technology to serve Americans at home.

Flathead County landfill rates set for increase this fall

Flathead County landfill rates could be increasing by 15% beginning this fall.

Montana Chamber of Commerce endorsements can't be trusted

The Montana Chamber cannot be trusted when it comes to Montana Supreme Court candidate endorsements.

Column: We've run out of teams... not really

Blaine Baker, Libby Class of 2004, didn’t know what was wrong with him at the Western Divisional basketball tournament his senior year; he just knew he was miserable and had white sores in his mouth and throat.

UM announces $5M endowment to create chair in fisheries science for wildlife biology program

MISSOULA – The University of Montana announces the completion of a successful $5 million fundraising campaign to endow a chair in fisheries science for its renowned wildlife biology program.

Wall Street closes its best week of the year

U.S. stocks drifted higher as Wall Street coasted to the close of its best week since November. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% Friday, extending its winning streak to a seventh day.

Results from the Northwest Montana Fair

The 2024 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo is in full swing at the Flathead County Fairgrounds through Sunday, Aug. 18.

Law roundup: Fence hopping dog caught in the act

The officers responded by pointing out that the dog had just cleared the fence to greet them.

Pipe-wielding suspect faces felony charge

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Starbucks gives new CEO huge pay package

Starbucks' incoming CEO could make well in excess of $100 million in his first year with the company under an incentive-laden contract, and he will not be required to relocate from his home in California to Seattle, the home of the global coffee giant.

Property tax task force delivers recommendations to Gianforte

Gov. Greg Gianforte on Thursday listened to recommendations for property tax reform presented by members of his appointed task force while offering limited insight into his support or disapproval of specific proposals that will likely be debated in the upcoming legislative session.

Whitefish Trail Hootenanny set for Aug. 23

The annual Whitefish Trail Hootenanny, a celebration of the Whitefish Trail and local conservation lands is coming to Depot Park on Friday, Aug. 23.

Tester flips Trump insult into campaign slogan

Sen. Jon Tester has leveraged insults from former President Donald Trump about his appearance into a new campaign slogan.

Kalispell Planning Commission sends two mixed-use developments forward

The Kalispell Planning Commission on Tuesday adopted staff recommendations for two residential and commercial development projects.