Montana officials weigh in on electoral college vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Electoral College gave Joe Biden a majority of its votes Monday, confirming his victory in last month’s election in state-by-state voting that took on added importance this year because of President Donald Trump’s refusal to concede he lost.

Five Guys reopens after remodel

The Five Guys Burgers and Fries restaurant in Hutton Ranch Plaza looks a little different these days, but the popular burger fare hasn’t changed.

Evacuation warning issued for area near Essex

Officials issued an evacuation warning to a small number of residents near Essex at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday due to continued growth on the 370-acre Paola Ridge Fire in the community’s vicinity.

GOOD NEWS: Five-star customer service

From the reviews, Vinny’s Grill & Sushi Restaurant in downtown Polson is a busy, people-pleasing kind of place.

Advances in crop science benefit Montana winemakers

Last year, Eureka resident Barry Roose added a new venture to Montana’s agriculture sector. But he isn’t roping cattle or driving a combine harvester. He’s tending a vineyard.

Revised plan for forest management pushed back

The next step in the years-long effort to develop a revised management plan for the Flathead National Forest, originally expected this month, won’t be rolled out until late August at the earliest.

Community shares input for 5-year plan

At the last of five input sessions for Montana West Economic Development’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, dozens showed up to share their ideas for the new five-year plan.

'On Golden Pond'

The Whitefish Theatre Co. will perform the classic drama “On Golden Pond” over two weekends, beginning Friday, April 14.

Longtime hospital exec earns top Chamber honor

Jim Oliverson has accumulated a long list of accolades over the years in a decorated career in western Montana. On Thursday night at the annual Kalispell Chamber of Commerce awards banquet he added another one: Great Chief.

Extended-stay hotel opens in Whitefish

The newest member of the growing group of hotels in the Flathead Valley, TownePlace Suites by Marriott, opened its doors last week in Whitefish. The property had been under construction since last fall.

How President Trump is delivering results on drug prices

Just over a year ago, President Trump and his health secretary, Alex Azar, stood in the Rose Garden at the White House and told the American people they were going to start putting American patients first and lower prescription drug prices. The President announced a bold blueprint that would make good on this promise.

Colorado Democrats preview public health insurance option

DENVER (AP) — Colorado Democratic lawmakers previewed highly anticipated legislation Thursday to create a state-run health insurance option that’s designed to drive down prices by making the existing insurance market more competitive.

Majestic Valley zone change OK'd

The Flathead County commissioners on Wednesday gave a green light to future commercial development south of Majestic Valley Arena.

FVCC puts the freeze on tuition

College does 'everything possible' to help students

Libby spikers settle for 3rd in Class A state tourney

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Rivals face off tonight: Glacier v. Flathead

A good old-fashioned rivalry game could be just what the doctor ordered for the Glacier and Flathead girls basketball teams.

Spartans pull away from Kats

COLUMBIA FALLS - It happened fast.

Classroom work ahead of schedule

Construction on Peterson and Edgerton school classroom additions in Kalispell is under budget and ahead of schedule.

Permit denied for wetlands proposal

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has denied a Washington developer's plan to fill in 2.5 acres of wetlands at the head of Flathead Lake for home construction.

Basketball: Hellgate pounds 'Pack