Car crash knocks out power in Whitefish

A power outage in Whitefish on Thursday morning affected approximately 2,000 Flathead Electric Coop members.

Big Sky notes: Something's gotta give Saturday

It’s that time of year again: When something has to give.

Arts and Entertainment Events

Arts and Entertainment happenings

Judge’s ruling favors state in Public Law 280 dispute

Flathead County District Court Judge Amy Eddy ruled against Lake County on Nov. 9 in an ongoing legal battle with the state of Montana over who should fund Public Law 280.

Legals for November, 16 2023

Holiday tradition ‘Nutcracker’ ballet returns to stage

The Northwest Ballet Company will be making that happen for the 35th production of this holiday tradition on Thanksgiving weekend at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts under the direction of Marisa Roth.

Officials tout progress with new statewide election software

After putting Montana’s new election management software through the paces in a series of local elections this year, state officials appeared confident last week that the system will be ready for the flurry of statewide primary and general election activity next year.

A new RSV shot could help protect babies this winter — if they can get it in time

Nirsevimab is approved for all infants up to 8 months old, and for some older babies and toddlers considered at higher risk of severe illness from RSV. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that every baby whose mother did not get the RSV vaccine while pregnant receive nirsevimab in the first week of life.

Lorraine Frost, 70

Lorraine S. Frost, RN, 70, of Ronan, passed into the arms of Jesus, on October 21, 2023

Montana must keep teacher licensing fees low

Should Montana increase teacher licensing fees? The answer is simple, no. Why would we consider shifting the burden of covering the cost of licensing to our teachers who are struggling to make ends meet?

Kalispell resident returns to game show stage

Stuart Crane, a product manager at Applied Materials, is a real trivia lover.

Bobcats Fall in Road Thriller at Seattle U

SEATTLE – A potential game-winning shot from Robert Ford III glanced off the rim with two seconds to go in regulation, and Seattle U hit a pair of free throws moments later to deal Montana State a tight 71-68 loss Saturday afternoon at the Redhawk Center in Seattle, Washington.

Customized vans tap into popularity of nomadic lifestyle

Logan Hertel, founder and owner of Hertel Vans, has been working with his hands since he can remember and has merged his passions of building and adventure to create spaces that feel more like home.

Lakeside Community Chapel renovates old sanctuary

The history of the old sanctuary at Lakeside Community Chapel has been laid bare during renovations — from the floor joists to the landmark bell tower.

SunRift brewery to open Whitefish location

In the past five years, SunRift Beer Company has become a fixture in Kalispell and soon, it will open its second location in Whitefish.

Mysterious light show over Martin City remains unexplained

When O’Brien Byrd woke up to a strange light coming through his bedroom window in Martin City early Wednesday morning, he knew something odd was going on.

Bertyl O'Connor, 106

Bertyl B. O’Connor, 106, a Great Falls native and former resident of Neihart and Whitefish, passed away at Mountain View Manor in Eureka, Montana on Nov. 7, 2023.

Wall Street rallies and adds to its strong gains in November

Wall Street rose sharply to add to an already strong November, which is on track to be one of the market's best months of the year.

Hawaii announces $150 million recovery fund for Maui fire victims

The state of Hawaii has announced a $150 million recovery fund for the victims and survivors of the state's devastating wildfires from the summer.

Koi emerges as new source of souring relations between Japan and China

One-fifth of the koi exported from Japan are shipped to China.