State signals intent to sue over federal wolverine protections

Montana notified the federal government Friday that it plans to file a lawsuit over the federal wildlife service’s November decision to designate wolverines as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.

Fortine wood bank volunteers help keep neighbors warm

In an open field just past Grave Creek Road in Fortine, on a winter Saturday volunteers are loading wood into trucks, clearing snow off of wood piles and splitting lumber into burnable logs.

Bench, balance key Wolfpack boys

Easton Kauffman scored 12 points, including three 3-pointers, and Glacier used its balance and depth to defeat Missoula Sentinel 53-44 in Western AA boys basketball Saturday.

Legals for January, 28 2024

Kalispell boutique blends unique selections for all ages

Melanie Wyckoff loves to spend time in toy stores. Even when her children are ready to leave, she wants to stay.

Flathead Business Watercooler

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Glenn Miller, 81

Glenn W. Miller, 81 of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Dec. 20, 2023, with Linda, his wife of 39 years, by his side.

A valuable resource for Flathead newbies

During Montana’s peak covid-induced migration frenzy, a rumor circulated that some 30,000 new residents had moved to the Flathead Valley seemingly overnight.

Montana exceeds national averages for median home prices

Finding a place to live in Montana is still out of reach for many Montana residents, exceeding national averages for home prices and growing 105% since 2017, according to a Montana Department of Commerce data presented Wednesday.

Lawsuit challenges education bill for students with disabilities as unconstitutional

A bill proposed to help children with disabilities actually represents a “staggering” loss of funding to public schools in the form of a “blank check,” would be a hit to rural districts, and unconstitutionally routes state money to private institutions “at the discretion of private individuals,” according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.

Forest Service extends public comment on outfitter permits

After some feedback, the U.S. Forest Service has extended the deadline to comment on renewing the outfitter and guide permits for the next 10 years until Feb. 16.

Converse’s five 3’s not enough, Bravettes fall to Sentinel

Emily McElmurry scored 23 points, including 10 in the third quarter as Missoula Sentinel defeated Flathead 58-51 in Western AA girls basketball Thursday at the Flathead gym.

Legals for January, 26 2024

Celebrate International Guitar Night at the Wachholz

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

Democrat Busse outlines policy priorities in campaign for Montana governor

Ryan Busse, the Kalispell Democrat running for governor this year in Montana, made a series of promises Tuesday about how he would conduct himself in office and the policies he would like to implement should he win the race, including being essentially the opposite of his likely opponent in November, Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte.

Singer-songwriter Christiane relies on nature for her creative process

Christiane Hinterman has been singing and writing songs for as long as she can remember but has rarely shared her art with an audience. It’s something that’s changing as she begins to share more of her music and how she engages with the creative process.

Energy gap can be bridged

The experts tell us an energy gap looms. Fossil fuels are phasing out, and solar and wind power can’t produce enough electricity to meet the demand in coming decades.

Legals for January, 25 2024

Employers sought for job and opportunity fair

The fair is made possible through a partnership between Flathead Valley Community College, Kalispell School District 5, Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, Workforce Flathead, Job Service Kalispell and the Daily Inter Lake.

Glacier National Park superintendent talks visitor management, shuttle buses at 'state of the park' address

Glacier National Park Superintendent Dave Roemer shared findings from last season’s approach to visitor use management during a presentation at the Northwest Montana History Museum on Monday.