‘Many unknowns’ as Lake County pulls out of decades-old tribal law enforcement agreement

Officials in Lake County have said there are more questions than answers after they informed the state that they were pulling out of a decades-old agreement because it can no longer afford to pay for law enforcement on the Flathead Indian Reservation.

Attorneys for Gianforte, agencies ask Supreme Court to put order in Montana climate case on hold

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte’s administration says it is impractical for the state to immediately start addressing greenhouse gas emissions and climate impacts to the environment following a judge’s ruling this summer that the state was violating Montanans’ constitutional rights by not preserving a “clean and healthful” environment.

Flathead Valley Youth Symphony’s inaugural concert set for Sunday

The newly formed Flathead Valley Youth Symphony will perform its first concert Dec. 10 at Flathead High School.

Library directors across Montana oppose removal of master’s degree requirement

Library directors signed a letter read during a public hearing Friday in opposition to removing the requirement for a master’s degree for the position in larger cities in the state.

Legals for December, 5 2023

Lineup announced for next year’s Under the Big Sky festival

The three-day event, set for July 12-14, 2024, is expected to once again showcase a powerful and diverse roster of star-studded performances across Americana, Outlaw country, rock, indie-folk, and bluegrass music, according to a release from festival organizers.

Glacier National Park adds early access lotteries for backcountry camping permits

Visitors to Glacier National Park hoping to secure permits for wilderness camping, also known as backcountry camping, for next season can enter early access lotteries in the spring of 2024.

Montana avalanche danger rises with arrival of subtropical storm

A backcountry avalanche warning was issued for Northwest Montana on Monday as a freight train of Pacific moisture is set to deliver copious amounts of rain, ice and snow to the region.

Kalispell City Council to review developer requests

Kalispell City Council is expected to vote Monday on requests put forward by several developers and appoint a new member to the municipal Architectural Review Committee.

PHOTOS: Griz blast Blue Hens, advance to FCS quarterfinals

Photos from the Montana Grizzlies 49-19 win over the Delaware Blue Hens in an FCS playoff game at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 2.

Snow blinded: Grizzlies roll past Blue Hens, 49-19

MISSOULA — The snow started right before kickoff Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium, and not much else went right for the Delaware Blue Hens from there.

Leatherworker tools custom goods with precision

Following her initial training, she started her leather working company, Elisa Wilson Leather Goods, in hopes of helping people in the horse community find a saddle, tack, or chinks that is perfectly suited to their horse and lifestyle.

Glacier Lanes a community gathering place with eclectic flair

There’s a long history of the Columbia Falls community gathering at the bowling alley, and owners Derek and Kristen Larson want to keep it that way, with their own eccentric twist.

Barbara Jean Janni, 68

Wife and mother Barbara Jean Janni, 68, passed peacefully and entered the kingdom of Heaven on Nov. 21, 2023.

Flathead Business Watercooler

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Glacier National Park bumping frontcountry campground fee rates in 2024

Frontcountry campgrounds like Avalanche and Two Medicine will see a $10 increase in their fee rates in 2024, Glacier National Park officials said Friday.

Legals for December, 3 2023

Counties plead with Gianforte on property taxes

The Montana Association of Counties said it appreciates clarity in the state Supreme Court’s recent order on a question about property taxes — but MACo said the state can still choose to give property taxpayers a break this year.

Cats, Griz back at it

Four Big Sky teams play Saturday

The Big Sky Conference will start playing in the afternoon and go well until after dark Saturday, with four teams having Football Championship Subdivision second-round playoff games.

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