Law roundup: Groomer’s ex-client in the doghouse

The owner of a dog grooming business reportedly cashed a legitimate check at a bank drive-thru when the man, and ex-client, who wrote the check and had an earlier confrontation with her, contacted the bank wanting to cancel it “due to not receiving services.” As she pulled away ...

Energy touches all things at all times

Climate change has become a major issue. President Joe Biden’s solution for us is a 50% reduction in greenhouse gases by 2030. He is also mandating that we make our electricity production carbon-free by 2035.

Strike at the Eiffel Tower closes one of the world's most popular monuments to visitors

Visitors to the Eiffel Tower are being turned away because of a strike over poor financial management at one of the world’s most-visited sites.

Presidents Day: From George Washington's modest birthdays to big sales and 3-day weekends

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life. He was the first leader of a new republic — not a tyrant. And yet the nation will once again celebrate the first U.S. president on Monday, 292 years after he was born.

James 'Joe' David Gwiazdon, 80

James David Gwiazdon, known to everyone as Joe, age 80, of Columbia Falls, passed away Feb. 9, 2024.

Wolfpack girls offense goes cold against Capital

Helena Capital used a pair of early runs to take control against a shorthanded Glacier team en route to a 47-30 victory in Western AA girls basketball Saturday.

AA Hoops Saturday: Pack boys, Braves, Bravettes fall

HELENA — Merek Mihelish scored a game-high 14 points and teammate Dylan Almquist added 12 as Helena Capital used a strong second half to defeat Glacier in Western AA boys basketball Saturday.

Ronan Chiefs, Maidens advance

Tonasket's big 4th quarter powers boys

RONAN — Marlo Tonasket’s big fourth quarter pushed Ronan into divisionals Saturday afternoon — he scored all of his 14 points as the Chiefs pulled away to beat Whitefish 52-35 in a Western A boys basketball play-in game.

Lion boys rule 7-B

Lady Lions take thrid

ST. IGNATIUS — Caden Vaughn knocked down six 3-pointers and scored 20 points as Eureka held off a second half Thompson Falls comeback 58-51 to win the District 7B boys tournament Saturday.

Lady Griz drill 14 3s, beat Bobcats

MISSOULA — This time there would be no comeback.

Legals for February, 18 2024

Entrepreneurs find fortune in gold prospecting equipment

David Bjelland sat transfixed in front of the TV screen, cake in hand, shooing off his relatives as they tried to wish him a happy birthday.

David Burnham, 81

David Perley Burnham passed away suddenly on Feb. 9, 2024, at the Whitefish Hospital after a brief illness. He was 81 years old.

Moody goes for 29, Griz rout Cats

MISSOULA — Aanen Moody hit five 3-pointers and scored 29 points, and the Montana Grizzlies lit it up from 3-point land to hand Montana State an 88-69 loss Saturday night at Dahlberg Arena.

Helena shuts down Wolfpack boys offense

HELENA — Jaxan Lieberg knocked down two 3-pointers and scored 11 points as Helena High defeated Glacier 46-28 in Western AA boys basketball Friday.

Helena Capital cruises past Braves

HELENA — Kyler Meredith scored all 18 of his points in the first half, teammate Merek Mihelish added 21 and Helena Capital defeated Flathead 90-58 in Western AA boys basketball Friday.

Helena rolls over Wolfpack girls

Madi Todorovich scored 14 points and teammate Grace Murgel added 12, including four 3-pointers as Helena High defeated Glacier 60-41 in Western AA girls basketball Friday.

State files Supreme Court appeal asking to overturn climate change decision

The State of Montana filed its appeal of a district court judge’s decision in the Held v. Montana case with the Montana Supreme Court this week, arguing that the statute the judge struck down as unconstitutional could not solely be responsible for climate change and so the case never should have been decided in the first place.

Proposal to replace Columbia Falls ballpark with housing tabled

The youth baseball field on Railroad Street will stay a baseball field, at least until Columbia Falls City Council can find another place for the kids to play ball.

Documentary film recounts 'troll storm' against Whitefish family

An award-nominated documentary about a Whitefish resident who, with support from the community, fought back against hatred, will make its world premiere in Missoula later this month.