Tribal, Lake County officials plan for life after Public Law 280

“You have my commitment that – no matter what happens going forward – if you call 911, we're coming,” Lake County Sheriff Don Bell said during a crowded recent meeting at the Lake County Courthouse.

Man accused of running over ex-wife released from custody

The Dec. 7 decision came on 38-year-old Kenneth James Floyd’s second attempt to see his bond reduced in Flathead County District Court. Authorities have held him in the county jail with bail set at $100,000 since Oct. 18.

Dennis Fisher, 72

Dennis Reed Fisher, 72, was born in Spokane, Washington, on Oct. 25, 1951.

WTC brings holiday spectacular musical ‘Christmas Carol’ to stage

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others.

Valley Voices Community Choir performs Christmas concert

The concert will encompass a range of sacred and secular music with an emphasis on harmony.

Spanish-language opera screens in Whitefish

This spellbinding and romantic opera will be shown on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10:55 a.m. at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Suspect in drug-fueled wreck back in county jail

A Kalispell man facing a felony negligent vehicular assault charge is back behind bars after skipping out on a September status hearing in Flathead County District Court.

Wasps culprits in Pablo well contamination

Thirsty wasps, discovered in the electrical boxes of two wells in Pablo, are blamed for an e. coli contamination that forced residents and businesses to boil water and consume bottled water for two weeks.

Lady Griz top LMU on School Day, 83-68

MISSOULA — On a day that is unlike any other on the schedule, it was Montana’s seniors who provided calm amidst the School Day chaos and the challenge of a formidable opponent, and led the home team to a gritty victory.

Columbia Falls will lose ‘doughnut’ planning under new state law

Columbia Falls will soon lose its “doughnut," an extraterritorial planning jurisdiction that gives the municipality say in developments outside the city limits.

Thomas "Tex" Brown, 81

Thomas “Tex” Brown, 81 of Polson, passed away on Dec. 1, 2023, at his home. He was born June 30, 1942 in Stephenville, Texas to Glenn “Doc” and Edith “Lou” (Green) Brown.

Where was everyone in ‘01

Griz to meet Furman in rematch of FCS title game

The Montana Grizzlies’ last title? That came in 2001, 13-6 over a little school in Greenville, South Carolina called Furman. Little, as in 3,000 students were enrolled there at the time.

Boys Hoops: Put-back lifts Hamilton over C-Falls

Stillwater Christian splits pair

HAMILTON — Jace Hill’s three-point play with 40 seconds had Columbia Falls in the lead, but the Hamilton Broncs hit the offensive glass to pull out a 65-64 boys basketball win Tuesday.

Girls hoops: Wildkats win big over Hamilton

Whitefish falls to Frenchtown

HAMILTON — Hope McAtee scored 25 points and snared nine rebounds, and Taryn Borgen added 20 points as Columbia Falls opened its girls basketball season with a 65-48 win over Hamilton Tuesday.

Legals for December, 6 2023

Law roundup: Person gets a flying start with stolen airline miles

A Philadelphian looking to get out of dodge fraudulently transferred 9,500 American Airlines miles from someone’s account to a new one. Although the ...

Allegedly threatening couple with knife earns man a felony charge

Flathead County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Benjamin John Harvey, 32, after responding to an East Evergreen Drive home for a report of an attempted stabbing, court documents said.

Ex-ambassador charged with serving as secret agent for Cuba's intelligence services for decades

MIAMI (AP) — A former American diplomat who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia has been charged with serving as a covert agent for Cuba's intelligence services dating back decades, the Justice Department said Monday.

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ends 2024 Republican presidential bid days before the fourth debate

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination on Monday despite a stronger-than-expected showing fueled by a gift card-for-campaign donation gimmick that helped get him on the debate stage.

Charlene Dale, 80

Charlene Dale, 80, died on Nov. 20, 2023, at Logan Health Hospital in Whitefish, Montana.