Man suspected of pointing gun at homeless people earns deferred sentence

A man accused of threatening a group of homeless people along Kalispell’s Parkline Trail with a gun last fall earned a deferred sentence in Flathead County District Court earlier this month.

Flathead Classic sled dog races this weekend in Olney

The unique event that includes sled races, skijor races and bikejor races runs Feb. 24 and Feb. 24. The event begins at 9 a.m. on both days.

Law roundup: Disagreement among teenagers revs up

A teen reportedly drove a red truck at another teen, who jumped out of the way, but was hit by the pickup’s side mirror near Flathead High School.

Flathead Warming Center's Roadmaps program provides homeless with one-on-one counseling and encouragement

Although Patty Archambault and her son Josh Erickson once knew the Flathead Warming Center as guests, they return these days as volunteers.

Missoula Sentinel outlasts Braves in OT

Jordan Griffin’s half court heave at the buzzer did not fall as Missoula Sentinel picked up the road win in overtime at Flathead 59-58, spoiling Senior Night for the Braves Tuesday.

Kennedy Moore leads Flathead 3-point barrage

MISSOULA — Flathead’s Kennedy Moore scored 28 points and led a 3-point barrage that carried the Bravettes to a big, 56-49 girls basketball win at Missoula Sentinel Tuesday.

Kalispell City Council to prioritize infrastructure projects eligible for state aid

Kalispell City Council is set Tuesday to finalize a priority list of needed infrastructure projects eligible for state dollars as well as consider a request from city staff to seek additional grant money for the U.S. 93 Bypass.

Rheba Bohannon, 84

Rheba Bohannon, 84

Griz losing DC Bradford to NFL's Dolphins

Ronnie Bradford, who guided Montana’s resurgent defense during a run to the Division I Football championship game, is on his way back to the National Football League.

Legals for February, 20 2024

Injured skier rescued from avalanche near Essex

A skier was air-lifted from backcountry terrain near Essex on Saturday after they were seriously injured in a large avalanche set off by their partner from the slopes above.

Legals for February, 19 2024

Kalispell mother named Montana Mom of the Year

Tiffany Geer has been recognized as the 2024 Montana Mother of the Year through American Mothers, Inc., a national nonprofit with the goal of valuing mothers through service and education, a testament to her work within her family and her community.

Mary Elizabeth Dutter, 82

In the early morning of Feb. 8, 2024, Mary’s earthly body could no longer endure. She was 82. What she lived for, hoped for, and believed in all her life came true … she met her Savior. Through faith in Jesus, Mary entered heaven to dwell in the love of God forever. In that moment Mary met all those she knew and loved that had gone before. Mary will be overjoyed to be reunited with her earthly love Ken in God’s kingdom.

Monica Eisenzimer, 60

It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Monica Rae Eisenzimer, 60.

AA Hoops Saturday: Pack boys, Braves, Bravettes fall

HELENA — Merek Mihelish scored a game-high 14 points and teammate Dylan Almquist added 12 as Helena Capital used a strong second half to defeat Glacier in Western AA boys basketball Saturday.

Legals for February, 18 2024

Drew Hubatsek, 72

Drew William Hubatsek, 72, of Woods Bay, passed away Feb. 5, 2024.

Bad Rock Canyon icicle wall becomes frozen canvas

The stretch of U.S. 2 joining Columbia Falls and Hungry Horse is tight with bends in the road as it winds between the Middle Fork of the Flathead River and the canyon wall.

Entrepreneurs find fortune in gold prospecting equipment

David Bjelland sat transfixed in front of the TV screen, cake in hand, shooing off his relatives as they tried to wish him a happy birthday.