Grizzlies topple Bison 31-29 in double OT

MISSOULA — For the first time to Frisco go the Montana Grizzlies, who needed two overtimes to get past North Dakota State 31-29 in a wild FCS semifinal game Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Love of mountain goats drives Glacier Park photographer Sumio Harada

Born and raised in Japan, Sumio Harada studied Japanese serow as a college student, taking photos that highlighted the many different fur patterns on their faces.

Bigfork company begins selling products on global level

Though the Bigfork company has shipped to individuals internationally before, this will be the first time that they distribute wholesale.

Evelyn Pacheco, 89

Evelyn Marie Pacheco, 89, passed away on Dec. 11, 2023, in Whitefish.

Ski bum culture hits reality

Nearly two decades ago, I moved to the mountains to be a ski bum, chasing snow. I was a stereotype — an East Coast kid pulled west by the promise of bigger adventures and higher mountain ranges. I was also part of a counterculture that rejected social norms in favor of 100-day ski seasons.

We can balance hydropower and salmon by removing obsolete dams

As a proud member of the Flathead Electric Cooperative, I feel the one-sided and misleading letter Dec. 2 from Gary Weins needs to be corrected.

Legals for December, 17 2023

Dylan Van Elzen-Schleifer, 40

Dylan Thomas Van Elzen-Schleifer, Jan. 15, 1983 - Dec. 3, 2023

Rosemary Aker Hillstead, 89

Rosemary Aker Hillstead, 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Sun Lakes, Arizona, on Nov. 16, 2023, with her husband, Joel Hillstead, at her side.

PHOTOS: Grizzlies bound for Frisco after 2OT win over NDSU, 31-29

Photos from the Montana Grizzlies 31-29 double-overtime win over North Dakota State in the semifinals of the FCS playoffs at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Physical Hawks beat Glacier boys

Brantly Salmonsen scored nine points but the Glacier Wolfpack turned the ball over 20 times and lost their home opener 49-32 against Bozeman in boys basketball.

Wolfpack girls rout Hawks, 62-36

BOZEMAN — Reese Ramey scored 10 of her 16 points in a first-quarter 22-7 blitz by Glacier, and the Wolfpack never looked back in a 62-36 girls basketball win at Bozeman High Friday.

US homelessness up 12% to highest reported level as rents soar and coronavirus pandemic aid lapses

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States experienced a dramatic 12% increase in homelessness to its highest reported level as soaring rents and a decline in coronavirus pandemic assistance combined to put housing out of reach for more Americans, federal officials said Friday.

Casazaa leads Eureka over Libby boys

EUREKA — Eureka’s Braden Casazza scored 20 points, 15 after halftime, and the District 7-B Lions pulled away from Northwest A Libby 55-39 in boys basketball action Thursday.

Hoops preview: Northwest A looks to soar

The Columbia Falls Wildkats are ready to make a run, the Bigfork Valkyries are wanting to show that they have the talent to compete at the Class A level, and Whitefish is ready to take the next step.

Donation allows for free adoptions at Flathead County Animal Shelter

This holiday season, adoption fees are free for any family taking home a pet thanks to a $50,000 donation to Flathead Shelter Friends by Colin Johnson.

Girls hoops: Eureka, Ronan win Thursday

LIBBY — Kara Stanger scored 15 points and the Eureka Lions used a strong first half to take the victory over the Libby Loggers in girls basketball Thursday.

Music of Legends concert series celebrates The Magic of Christmas

The Music of Legends concert series caps of its first run with The Magic of Christmas at the Wachholz College Center Dec. 16.

Whitefish ski museum opens for the season

The Ski Museum is located at 705 Wisconsin Avenue in the historic Saddle Club Cabin adjacent to the Stumptown Ice Den in Whitefish.

Gypsy Theatre Guild holds auditions

The Gypsy Theatre Guild will be holding auditions for “Same Time Next Year” on Dec. 16 at 3 p.m.