Authorities seek attempted homicide charge for suspect in Kalispell disturbance

Kalispell Police officers took both the suspect, identified as Kane Youngquist, and victim into custody for questioning after responding to the 300 block of Seventh Avenue West about 9:40 a.m., March 25, officials said in a press release.

Flathead County teen services librarian continues to carve out space for adolescents

As the Flathead County teen services librarian, her efforts are already proving successful — with the revamping of the Teen Zone at the Kalispell branch, new programming and an up-to-date collection, she said more teens are already coming into the library.

Legals for March, 25 2024

Roy Barton, 74

On March 16, 2024, Roy Beasley Barton, lieutenant colonel (LTC) U.S. Army (retired), passed away peacefully at home in Helena, with family by his side.

How to Cook Like Mom — Chef creates cookbook for sons and those interested in getting into the kitchen

By extension, the book is a letter to all those who are interested in getting into the kitchen helping them expand their abilities by teaching them to be adaptable and learn to enjoy cooking.

Flathead Business Watercooler

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Proposed developments would bring 380 homes at mixed prices to Kalispell

Known as Tronstad Meadows and Whitetail Crossing, the proposed neighborhoods near the intersection of U.S. 93 and Tronstad Road are expected to see about 380 single-family homes go up on roughly 110 acres of land.

A who's who of Flathead Valley candidates for the statehouse

Kalispell Republican Rep. Courtenay Sprunger, like many other Flathead Valley legislators, will face an opponent in this year’s primary election: political hopeful Shaun Pandina.

Skylar Dickson, 33

Skylar Ray Dickson, 33, passed away at his home on March 15, 2024.

Homeschool Theatre Club presents ‘The Sound of Music’

Based on the true story of the Von Trapp Family Singers, the play includes music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.

County wise to ink septic agreement with Lakeside

Flathead County last week reached a deal with the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District to build and operate a regional septage treatment facility.

Letters to the editor March 24

Letters to the editor March 24

Lawmakers who passed a bill to lure nuclear energy to Kentucky say coal is still king

Kentucky lawmakers have wrapped up work on a bill meant to help attract nuclear energy projects to a state where coal has been king for generations. The House gave the measure final passage Friday.

Bigfork students take a look at summer work opportunities

With the promise of summer in the air, many students have begun looking for part-time or full-time jobs.

Legals for March, 24 2024

Gianforte out-raises Democratic challenger Busse

Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte out-raised Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by about $350,000 in Montana’s gubernatorial race so far, filings show.

In an election year, abortion access initiatives in the states interplays with national politics

ST. LOUIS — In early February, abortion rights supporters gathered to change Missouri history at the Pageant — a storied club where rock ’n’ roll revolutionary Chuck Berry often had played: They launched a signature-gathering campaign to put a constitutional amendment to voters this year to legalize abortion in the state.

Briefs: Pack softball players Allen, Hodous sign letters of intent

A pair of Glacier softball standouts, Zoey Allen and Bella Hodous, have signed letters of intent to continue playing at the college level.

Judge Christopher announces resignation, effective April 5

In a letter dated March 15, District Court Judge Kim Christopher informed Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike McGrath that she is officially stepping down from her duties April 5. She calls the decision to resign “especially bittersweet,” given her family’s long history in Lake and Sanders counties.

State uses Jan. 6 insurrection to argue for tougher voter registration requirements

A Montana assistant attorney general told a federal judge Wednesday afternoon that Montana needs the additional voter registration requirements signed into law by the governor last year in part because so many people, including Montanans, participated in the Jan. 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol because they believed in false election conspiracy theories.