Grizzlies topple Bison 31-29 in double OT

MISSOULA — For the first time to Frisco go the Montana Grizzlies, who needed two overtimes to get past North Dakota State 31-29 in a wild FCS semifinal game Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Evelyn Pacheco, 89

Evelyn Marie Pacheco, 89, passed away on Dec. 11, 2023, in Whitefish.

Rosemary Aker Hillstead, 89

Rosemary Aker Hillstead, 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Sun Lakes, Arizona, on Nov. 16, 2023, with her husband, Joel Hillstead, at her side.

PHOTOS: Grizzlies bound for Frisco after 2OT win over NDSU, 31-29

Photos from the Montana Grizzlies 31-29 double-overtime win over North Dakota State in the semifinals of the FCS playoffs at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Physical Hawks beat Glacier boys

Brantly Salmonsen scored nine points but the Glacier Wolfpack turned the ball over 20 times and lost their home opener 49-32 against Bozeman in boys basketball.

Wolfpack girls rout Hawks, 62-36

BOZEMAN — Reese Ramey scored 10 of her 16 points in a first-quarter 22-7 blitz by Glacier, and the Wolfpack never looked back in a 62-36 girls basketball win at Bozeman High Friday.

US homelessness up 12% to highest reported level as rents soar and coronavirus pandemic aid lapses

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States experienced a dramatic 12% increase in homelessness to its highest reported level as soaring rents and a decline in coronavirus pandemic assistance combined to put housing out of reach for more Americans, federal officials said Friday.

Donation allows for free adoptions at Flathead County Animal Shelter

This holiday season, adoption fees are free for any family taking home a pet thanks to a $50,000 donation to Flathead Shelter Friends by Colin Johnson.

Girls hoops: Eureka, Ronan win Thursday

LIBBY — Kara Stanger scored 15 points and the Eureka Lions used a strong first half to take the victory over the Libby Loggers in girls basketball Thursday.

Music of Legends concert series celebrates The Magic of Christmas

The Music of Legends concert series caps of its first run with The Magic of Christmas at the Wachholz College Center Dec. 16.

Gypsy Theatre Guild holds auditions

The Gypsy Theatre Guild will be holding auditions for “Same Time Next Year” on Dec. 16 at 3 p.m.

Auditions open for WTC’s production of ‘Misery’

Whitefish Theatre Company open auditions this week for the stage play adaption of Stephen King’s chilling bestseller, “Misery.”

Bird of the Month: Saw-whet Owl

Although Northern Saw-whet owls are one of the most abundant forest raptors in North America, they are rarely seen due to their nocturnal and secretive nature.

Helena Flats superintendent facing assault charges involving student

Helena Flats School Superintendent Andy Maheras has been charged with misdemeanor assault following an alleged altercation with a 12-year-old student in August.

Restored classic truck feature of Split Rock’s move into event service

The Chevy first caught Foster’s eye when he was 13 years old while moving irrigation for a local farm. Despite its dilapidated state, Foster bought it from the original owners for less than $1,500, determined to spark new life into the truck.

Legals for December, 13 2023

Legals for December, 12 2023

Bigfork area man arrested after shooting leaves one dead, two hospitalized

Authorities are holding a 49-year-old Bigfork area man in the Lake County jail on pending felony deliberate homicide and attempted deliberate homicide charges after he allegedly shot three people at a Ferndale home Sunday night, killing one.

Boys Tip-Off: Whitefish, Libby win Saturday

FRENCHTOWN — Carson Gulick scored 14 points to lead three Whitefish players in double figures, and the Bulldogs moved to 2-0 with a 62-21 win over Livingston at the Frenchtown Tip-Off boys basketball tournament.

Legals for December, 11 2023