Olympics brings on its first beer brand as a global sponsor — Budweiser's AB InBev

The International Olympic Committee has signed the first beer brand in the 40-year history of a sponsorship program that earns billions of dollars for the organization and international sports.

Lady Griz come through on the road

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — On the back end of the Big Sky Conference’s longest road trip and coming off a disappointing result on Thursday, the Montana women’s basketball team showed every ounce of its mettle on Saturday afternoon in Flagstaff, Ariz.

Legals for January, 14 2024

Flathead Lake Biological Station remembers its past while conducting cutting-edge research

From its inception in 1899, the Flathead Lake Biological Station was known as the “Sentinel,” or guardian, of the lake. For researchers working in the facility today, that sentiment still holds true.

Blacktail Mountain opens for ski season Sunday

Following a good dose of winter weather this week, Blacktail Mountain Ski Area plans to open for the season on Sunday, Jan. 14 with limited terrain.

Montana Supreme Court removes Lake County judge from child-custody case

In a 5-0 opinion, the Montana Supreme Court took what justices describe as “an extraordinary remedy” of asserting “supervisory control” over a Lake County child-custody case.

Carolee "Robin" Crouch, 72

Carolee "Robin" Crouch, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Jan. 9, 2024, at the age of 72.

NAU women hit 12 3s against Bobcats

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Emily Rodabaugh scored 23 points, including seven of Northern Arizona’s 12 3-pointers and the Lumberjacks defeated Montana State 88-73 in Big Sky conference women's basketball.

UNC surges past Lady Griz

GREELEY, Colo. — Northern Colorado’s Hannah Simental hit five 3-pointers and scored 17 points Thursday, and keyed the Bears’ third-quarter surge in their 67-57 Big Sky Conference women’s basketball win over Montana.

Legals for January, 12 2024

Blizzard cancels several athletic events

The winter storm pummeling the state has postponed all but a couple high school athletic events through the weekend, and it is questionable that those will happen.

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.

Letters to the editor Jan. 11

Letters to the editor Jan. 11

Kalispell Public Schools levies on tap for May election

The school district may also choose to cancel but had to approve the elections to meet upcoming state deadlines. Amounts will be set at a later date.

Polson girls knock off Whitefish Tuesday

POLSON — Samantha Rensvold scored 16 points, Natalie Adams added 12 and Polson defeated Whitefish 45-41 in overtime in girls basketball on Tuesday.

Legals for January, 11 2024

Montana fire chief who had refused vaccine mandate in Washington state charged in Jan. 6 riot

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Montana fire chief who lost a previous job over a coronavirus vaccine mandate has been charged with spraying a chemical irritant on police officers during the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

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.

Searches underway following avalanche at California ski resort near Lake Tahoe

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Search teams were deployed following an avalanche Wednesday at a California ski resort near Lake Tahoe as a major storm with snow and gusty winds moved into the region, officials said.