Local organizations create online guide to living in the Flathead

The idea started two years ago when local groups started talking together about creating a resource to expand people’s knowledge of the area, and what it means to exist among nature.

Tahoe avalanche survivor was minutes from death before rescue

The first sign of trouble came in the form of a spray of snow, rolling down from above where Jason Parker had come to a stop near the top of one of California's steepest and most famed ski runs — the face beneath Palisades Tahoe's KT-22.

Blizzard warning issued for Flathead Valley

The National Weather Service warned that Flathead Valley roads could become impassable by Thursday morning due to deep and drifting snow.

Trial begins for Whitefish shooting suspect

County Attorney Travis Ahner opened his case against accused killer Steven Hedrick on Tuesday by asking jurors to hold the 33-year-old responsible for turning an argument over noise with a neighbor in a Whitefish extended stay hotel last year into a deadly shooting.

Kalispell City Council to schedule public hearing on state infrastructure funds

Kalispell City Council is set Tuesday to confirm the date for a public hearing on how to potentially spend funds made available through the State-Local Infrastructure Partnership Act of 2023.

PHOTOS: Cold snap

Photos taken this week as snow, gusting winds and frigid subzero temperatures from an arctic air mass descended on the Flathead Valley.

Bilingual Montessori preschool opens opportunities in Whitefish

At Big Sky Montessori, children will be greeted with, “Hola, ¿como estás?” They will learn replies like “Muy bien” meaning “very good” or “¡Fantástico!” which is Spanish for “Fantastic!” Throughout the year, the kids, ranging from ages 2 to 6 years old, will be introduced to many Spanish phrases and words in the preschool classroom.

Flathead Business Watercooler

Business events, trainings and seminars

Science of the past and future — Flathead Lake Biological Station studies the Crown of the Continent

The year 2024 marks the 125th anniversary of the Flathead Lake Biological Station, a world-renowned research facility. The station, as an administrative unit within the University of Montana system, conducts college courses and research focused on the Crown of the Continent ecosystem.

Writing Coaches looking for volunteers

Specifically, the program seeks to help students think critically about their writing assignments so they can become confident and competent writers across disciplines.

Legals for January, 14 2024

Deep freeze delivers record lows to Flathead Valley

Saturday morning brought the kind of bitter cold to the Flathead Valley that saps car batteries, freezes pipes and takes your breath away.

Winter storm creates severe road conditions in Flathead Valley

Some local services were closed and events canceled Thursday as a major winter storm loaded with gusting winds and heavy snow created dangerous driving conditions.

Wachholz College Center hosts list of entertainment this month

The Wachholz College Center begins 2024 with a stellar lineup of musicians and speakers.

Climbers raise red flags over proposed anchor rules for national parks

The mountain climbing community is concerned that new rules being proposed by the National Park Service and Forest Service could hinder their sport, making some mountains impossible to scale.

Legals for January, 11 2024

Brutal cold, heavy snow bears down on Flathead Valley

Local emergency officials are advising residents to slow down on the roads and take extra precautions before heading out this week as a potentially historic winter storm bears down on the region.

Legals for January, 10 2024

Colin Murray, 40

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Colin Michael Murray, born in Kalispell, Montana, on Nov. 29, 1983. Colin left this world on Dec. 25, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and friendship.

Legals for January, 9 2024