UM biological station holds anniversary open house Aug. 2

Visitors can explore the FLBS campus in Yellow Bay, meet the team, and learn about the Flathead Watershed and the bio station’s cutting-edge, world-renowned research and immersive education programs. Programming will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a welcome presentation featuring past and current biological station directors.

Crews attack small fires on Flathead Reservation

Four fires burning on the Flathead Reservation garnered a hefty response from regional firefighters on Friday as the fire danger moved to "extreme" status.

Timothy Holsapple, 77

Tim Holsapple, 77 of Alta Loma, California, passed away peacefully at home on July 22, 2024, from complications of lung cancer.

UM center blazes trail with course about living with fire

With extreme wildfires doubling in the past 20 years, many residents in the Western U.S. have smoldering concerns for their future safety and wellbeing. To help take wildfire management to the next level in the era of climate change, the FireCenter at the University of Montana has piloted a course to provide solutions for living alongside this growing threat.

Finishing strong: Owens wasn’t going miss last year of Lakers

For someone who plays baseball, a torn labrum — that was the diagnosis, and his right (throwing) shoulder had to be reconstructed — might signal the end for that sport. Not a chance.

Twins top Lakers, set up semifinal with Red Sox

FLORENCE — Nolan Amerman drove in four runs on a pair of triples as the Glacier Twins defeated the Kalispell A Lakers 10-5 Friday at the Western A Legion Baseball Tournament.

Postal Service abruptly ended negotiations with Alpine Air in Montana

The U.S. Postal Service abruptly stopped air service in Montana this week even after Alpine Air, its air cargo contractor in the state, offered a roughly $3 million reduction in its contract, according to the company CEO.

Daniel Chattin, 61

Daniel "Danny" Wayne Chattin, 61, passed away May 20, 2024, in Great Falls. A celebration of life will take place next year.

Let’s strive for coerced personal responsibility

My name is Larry Lautaret. I was born and raised in Kalispell, have been a pastor for 50 years, and in the Flathead for nearly 40. I have been a police chaplain for over 20 years. I am speaking not for anyone other than as a concerned citizen but am familiar with many of our common problems.

Wildfire reaches outskirts of town in Canada's Jasper National Park

One of two wildfires bearing down on the town of Jasper in the Canadian Rockies' largest national park reached the southern outskirts of the community on Wednesday.

Laughing Horse Lodge makes dining an experience

Guests can stay as long as they want and have their table for the entirety of their dining experience since reservations are required.

Eric Herrera, 56

On or about April 5, 2024, shortly after his 56th birthday, chronic alcohol use stopped the beat of our son's heart and the beat of his drums; but he is finally at peace and his spirit can't be touched.

Range Riders' cold start continues

Things got out of hand quickly Tuesday night at Glacier Bank Park, where the Boise Hawks hit four home runs en route to a 14-2 victory over the Range Riders.

Machete-wielding man robbed panhandler, court docs say

A 53-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly trying to shake a panhandler down for money with a machete near Kalispell last week.

Legals for July, 23 2024

Untapped Home Equity Offers Financial Flexibility

The cost of borrowing has risen sharply in recent years, so when it comes to tackling a big expense, it’s important to know about the options

Hydropower is ready to step up to the plate against summer heat

Summer is nearly here and the Northwest has sprung to life as the days have grown longer and warmer. It’s an exciting time for many of us as we break free from the cold grip of winter.

CrowdStrike CEO called to testify to Congress over cybersecurity's firm role in global tech outage

U.S. House leaders are calling on CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz to testify to Congress about the cybersecurity company's role in sparking the widespread tech outage that grounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline and affected services around the world.

Legals for July, 22 2024

Back in the Valley

Flathead grad Osweiler puts future QBs through the paces

Former Flathead quarterback Brock Osweiler took the field at Legends Stadium one more time Saturday.