Fall Band Spectacular presented for two nights at two venues

The Flathead Valley Community Band presents two “Fall Band Spectacular” concerts: the first Wednesday, Nov. 2, in the Flathead High School Auditorium (644 Fourth Ave. W., Kalispell); and the second Wednesday Nov. 9, in the Whitefish Performing Arts Center (127 Spokane Ave., Whitefish).

Debra 'Debbie' Kay Krantz, 66

Debra “Debbie” Kay Krantz, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt and cousin, passed away at Logan Health in Kalispell on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, due to Covid-19, at the age of 66.

Average fire season forecast for the Flathead Valley

Fire experts and officials with state and federal agencies expect an average fire season in the Flathead Valley this year, although they said that June’s weather and precipitation will be telling.

Western AA Soccer Bravettes earn state trip

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Braves going for five at Rocky

Flathead’s wrestlers have won the the Classic four straight times

With four top ranked wrestlers and the team solidly holding down the No. 1 position in the latest Class AA coaches poll, things are looking pretty spiffy for the Flathead Braves heading into this weekend’s Jug Beck Rocky Mountain Classic in Missoula.

Area harriers hitting stride

The cross country season is already underway for a majority of northwest Montana high schools, and it was an encouraging start for the Flathead and Columbia Falls teams.

Individual, team titles up for grabs at state cross country meet

Glacier has never had an individual state champion in cross country.

Locals use web to look for love

A new survey names Montana as the fourth best state in the country for singles. When the survey landed on my desk, I wanted to test the results by chatting with people actively trying to flirt, date and love in the Flathead.

Glacier off to fast start in boys golf

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Flathead, Glacier have two named to all-state basketball teams

Glacier senior Jaxen Hashley helped lead his team to the first state basketball title in school history last weekend. On Tuesday, he was one of the leading vote getters on the Class AA all-state team, one of four players honored from Kalispell.

Flathead Food Bank to close thrift store

The Flathead Food Bank is closing its Second Helpings thrift store at the Gateway Community Center in Kalispell on Aug. 31 after a financial review showed the secondhand store has not been profitable and, in fact, has been subsidized by the food bank.

Braves take stacked lineup to divisionals

Months of sacrifice, hard work and dedication will reach their peak next weekend at the state wrestling tournament in Billings. Individuals and teams will meet for the great clash to see who comes out on top.

Local organizations bring Paddling Film Festival to Whitefish

In a way to spread awareness about river safety, protecting the rivers and getting more kids out onto the water, the two nonprofit organizations are coming together to present the 18th annual Paddling Film Festival in Whitefish.

Flathead Valley LIVE On Stage presents Billy Dean

Live On Stage Inc. and Flathead Valley LIVE On Stage will welcome country award-winning artist Billy Dean to the Flathead Valley on Thursday, Jan. 28.

State AA girls: Flathead falls short

Billings West overtakes Bravettes in fourth quarter for AA girls title

A three-point play by Sydney Pierce and a 3-pointer from Kourtney Grossman fueled a late run for the Billings West Golden Bears, who rallied past the Bravettes 48-43 and their first outright title since 2011.

Objection period begins for Flathead Forest plan

The U.S. Forest Service has released the draft record of decision and final environmental impact statement for the Flathead National Forest revised land and resource management plan for a 60-day objection period.

Glacier girls rally late, nip Flathead

By JOSEPH TERRY

Forest plan a victory for conservationists

The U.S. Forest Service recently completed a new management plan for the Flathead National Forest that will guide decisions on the Forest for the next 20 to 30 years more. The plan addresses a dizzying array of management issues – including municipal watersheds, wildlife habitat, protected lands, outdoor recreation and much more – over 2.4 million acres that cover the Mission Mountains, the Swan Range and the Whitefish Range.

Music department stages showcase concert

Flathead High School

Flathead forest plan deadline nears

By JIM MANN