Montana Senate GOP forms select committee on ‘judicial reform’

Montana Senate Republicans are launching a new special select committee following several court decisions that went against their favored outcomes, saying those decisions overstepped the separation of powers and alleging several courts violated the state Constitution in the same process.

Fish management failures

Last week I drove to my cabin in the Thompson Chain of Lakes, planning to do some spring cabin chores and squeeze in a last ice fishing trip of the season. Wrong!

Letters to the editor April 4

Letters to the editor April 4

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.

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.

Strongest earthquake in 25 years rocks Taiwan, killing 9 people and stranding 70 workers in quarries

HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan during the morning rush hour Wednesday, killing nine people, stranding dozens of workers at quarries and sending some residents scrambling out the windows of damaged buildings.

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.

Legals for April, 3 2024

Pioneers enter ski museum hall of fame

The Class of 2024 inductees include Sverre Askevold, Chuck Creon, Ole Dalen and Lyle Rutherford.

Flathead County Library trustees open search for a new logo to the public

Have an idea for the new Flathead County Library logo? Library board trustees are taking submissions and suggestions on designs leading up to their next board in April.

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.

Letters to the editor April 2

Letters to the editor April 2

BRIEFS: Glacier Gymnastics excels at state meet

HELENA — Glacier Gymnastics had an excellent showing at the Montana Women’s State Championships March 21-24 at the Helena Athletic Club, taking first in one division and second in another.

Carroll's Pickens is NAIA Player of Year

HELENA — Not only is Jamie Pickens the first Carroll College player to be first-team All-America in back-to-back seasons, on Monday she was announced as the 2024 NAIA National Women’s Player of the Year.

Legals for April, 2 2024

Retiring pastor recalls journey leading Kalispell’s First Presbyterian Church

After serving as pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell for 25 years, Glenn Burfeind is retiring.

Legals for April, 1 2024

Stitched together: quilting community remains popular in Flathead Valley

On a windy March morning, guild members gathered at the Quilt Gallery in Kalispell to get together and sew quilts for Logan Health Medical Center.

Barry Johnston, 70

Barry Leigh Johnston, also known as "Banker Barry" or "BDB," was born on Jan. 3, 1954, and passed away on Feb. 11, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.

Be wary of legislators who play politics with SB 442 veto poll

County commissioners from across Montana appreciate the widespread support that Senate Bill 442 enjoyed throughout its legislative process.