Law roundup: Dispatcher isn’t in need of saving

A woman reportedly called 911 to quote scripture to a dispatcher who abandoned the call to answer multiple emergency calls coming in.

From the Yellowjackets to the Red Dog

The Libby Loggers' championship 2003-04 season

Libby’s 2003-04 boys basketball season was one for the ages. It began with an opening-weekend loss and ended with about the most epic championship game you could imagine: A 96-89 triple-overtime win over Belgrade, on the Panthers’ home floor.

Legals for August, 11 2024

Donald Trump headlines Montana rally after plane was diverted but landed safely

Donald Trump traveled to Montana for a Friday night rally intended to drum up support for ousting the state's Democratic senator, but the former president's plane first had to divert to an airport on the other side of the Rocky Mountains because of a mechanical issue, according to airport staff.

Trump heads to Montana in a bid to oust Sen. Tester after failing to topple the Democrat in 2018

BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) — With control of the Senate potentially at stake, Donald Trump is visiting Montana on Friday hoping to remedy some unfinished business from 2018, when he campaigned repeatedly in Big Sky Country in a failed bid to oust incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Tester.

Governor’s Property Tax Task Force’s proposals finalized for delivery to Gianforte

The centerpiece of Gov. Greg Gianforte’s Property Tax Task Force’s 12-piece proposal could cut taxes by 15% to 20% for about 345,000 homeowners and long-term renters, as well as 32,000 small business owners, according to tax force estimates.

Legals for August, 9 2024

Wall Street rallies to its best day since 2022 on encouraging unemployment data; S&P 500 jumps 2.3%

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rallied Thursday in Wall Street's latest sharp swerve after a better-than-expected report on unemployment eased worries about the slowing economy.

Suspects in foiled attack on Taylor Swift shows were inspired by Islamic State group, officials say

VIENNA (AP) — Both suspects in a foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift shows in Vienna appeared to be inspired by the Islamic State group and al-Qaida, Austrian authorities said Thursday, and investigators found bomb-making materials at one of their homes. Officials said one of the two confessed to planning to "kill as many people as possible outside the concert venue."

Tropical Storm Debby spins up tornadoes, dumps rain in North Carolina

LUCAMA, N.C. (AP) — Tornadoes spawned by Tropical Storm Debby leveled homes, damaged a school and killed one person early Thursday, as the system dropped heavy rain and flooded communities across North and South Carolina.

Annual Great Bear Festival brings beers and food to downtown Kalispell

Last year more than 1,200 people enjoyed great music and food, sampled dozens of outstanding beers from local and regional breweries, and tasted lovely wines, ciders, and sparkling waters — all for the benefit of the Flathead community.

Live music and documentary featured at Wachholz College Center in August

From enchanting music to a compelling documentary film, there’s a diverse range of performances and screenings coming to the Wachholz College Center this month.

Legals for August, 8 2024

Griz, Gonzaga soccer set to pack Flip Darling Field Sunday

When the Montana soccer team hosted Ohio State last August at South Campus Stadium in Missoula, the match-up attracted a program-record 1,973 fans to the Grizzlies’ home field, breaking the previous record by more than 900.

Legals for August, 7 2024

Uphold the nonpartisan judicial system

Recent efforts to transform nonpartisan judicial races into highly partisan contests are a direct threat to our democracy.

Whitefish looks to settle federal class action suit

Whitefish is signaling its intention to settle a class action lawsuit filed against the city involving impact fees.

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Kalispell City Council set to decide on Main Street Safety Action Plan

Kalispell City Council will consider adopting the Main Street Safety Action Plan and weigh funding of recommended traffic safety projects during its regular meeting Monday.

Legals for August, 5 2024