Flathead Lake dam operator ignores calls for action

In the summer of 2023, Flathead Lake was over a foot low on the Fourth of July. Everyone knew there was a problem that soon turned into a disaster.

Legals for February, 11 2024

PHOTOS: Barstool Ski Races at Cabin Fever Days

Photos from the Barstool Ski Races at Cabin Fever Days in Martin City on Saturday, Feb. 10.

Governor still mum on tribal law enforcement in Lake County

Officials in Lake County say the clock is ticking for the state to assume felony law enforcement duties on the Flathead Indian Reservation, but so far they’ve heard nothing from Gov. Greg Gianforte.

Matt Rosendale launches 2024 campaign for US Senate

Eastern Montana’s Republican Congressman Matt Rosendale ended months of teasing a possible bid for U.S. Senate on Friday by officially declaring his candidacy for the race, kicking off what is sure to be a heated Republican primary.

Dillon man found guilty of felonies related to participation in Jan. 6 insurrection

A Dillon man was found guilty of felony and misdemeanor charges related to his participation in the Jan. 6 insurrection in Washington, D.C.

International Guitar Night celebrates variety of genres

Four artists from Italy, Vietnam, Brazil and Australia have been brought together for the 24th annual International Guitar Night.

Montana leads nation in homelessness increases in 2023 report to Congress

A recently released national report to Congress from December 2023 puts Montana at or among the heads of the pack when it comes to increases in homelessness.

12th annual FLIC film festival comes to Polson

The 12th annual Flathead Lake International Cinemafest (FLIC) presents more than 40 domestic and international films, featuring entries from a dozen countries. Sixteen of the entries were “made in Montana.”

Wilderness Speaker Series returns

The Wilderness Speaker Series returns with presenters who will talk about the history of lookouts, grizzly bear management and art.

How Montana’s federal races are stacking up money-wise to start 2024

Year-end political campaign finance filings from politicians vying for the three federal offices up for election this year in Montana show at least $30 million flowing in the U.S. Senate race alone, which is expected to be one of the most closely watched races in the country.

Humane Society of Northwest Montana seeks donations following burst pipes

The Humane Society is holding a Boiler Blues Fundraiser from Thursday, Feb. 8 through Thursday, Feb. 22 to mitigate the repair costs.

Former Montana Supreme Court justice joins other top judges in support of keeping Trump off ballot

Another notable Montana leader has joined a group of retired state Supreme Court justices throughout the country to urge the United States Supreme Court to uphold the decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to disallow former President Donald J. Trump from appearing as a presidential candidate on the 2024 ballot.

Bigfork residents, businesses raise concerns about closure of unsafe bridge

Bigfork is no closer to a solution for the closing of the downtown Bridge Street Bridge despite a meeting between Republican U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke, Montana Department of Transportation officials, Flathead County representatives, and Bigfork residents and business owners Friday.

Barbara Lewis, 78

Barbara Ann Lewis was born Sept. 27, 1945, to Robert and Evelyn Blacklaw in Walla Walla, Washington. She passed away on Jan. 8 at home in Polson.

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Legals for February, 4 2024

Montana Pediatrics utilizes telehealth to close gaps in state’s health care system

When parents aren’t sure if they need to drive to the emergency room, they can call Montana Pediatrics care line and be connected with a pediatrician via a telehealth call.

Takes two at Kalispell tango nights

Outside the Kalispell South Campus building on a chilly January night, the large windows frame a portrait of a brightly lit room of dancing couples in the close embrace of the Argentine tango.

PHOTOS: 23rd Whitefish Penguin Plunge raises $94,000 for Special Olympics Montana

Participants leapt into the frigid waters of Whitefish Lake during the 23rd annual Penguin Plunge as part of the Whitefish Winter Carnival on Saturday, Feb. 3. Organized by the Law Enforcement Torch Run, this year's event raised $94,000 for Special Olympics Montana.