Vals too much for C-Falls

COLUMBIA FALLS — Braeden Gunlock scored 14 points to lead a balanced attack, and the Bigfork Valkyries downed Columbia Falls 58-26 Tuesday to stay unbeaten.

Epperly, Vikings swamp Wildcats

Isak Epperly poured in 25 points and the Bigfork Vikings topped Columbia Falls 63-48 in an intraconference basketball game Tuesday.

Jan Madison, 70

On Tuesday, Jan. 10, heaven gained one of its most extraordinary angels when Jan N. Madison, went to her eternal home.

Gyms that survived pandemic steadily get back in shape

After surviving the worst of the pandemic, the nation's gyms and fitness centers have made a comeback, often using tricks learned during the downturn to lure back customers.

Bullying left students hurt, demoralized and looking for a way out

This is the first in a three-part series examining the effects of bullying through the lens of students, parents and faculty at Bigfork High School. Bullying is not unique to Bigfork, but the district has not always risen to the challenge.

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Vikings score 63-30 win over Mission

Isak Epperly led a balanced Bigfork scoring attack with 17 points, and the Vikings pulled away in the second quarter for the District 7-B victory over Mission.

White, Bobcats top Lady Griz 72-63

Darian White scored 22 points, and Montana State used a 15-2 surge to start the second half to beat Montana 72-63 in Big Sky Conference women’s basketball Saturday.

White leads Cats over Lady Griz 72-63

MISSOULA — Darian White scored 22 points, and Montana State used a 15-2 surge to start the second half to beat Montana 72-63 in Big Sky Conference women’s basketball Saturday.

Bravettes rally for win, Glacier boys cruise

A couple notable things about Crosstown in Kalispell are how many athletes are named Noah, and how both AA schools have a standout with the same phonetic name.

Boys hoops: Browning tops C-Falls in OT

Tommy Running Rabbit scored 25 points, seven coming in overtime, and the Browning Indians handed the Columbia Falls Wildcats their first league loss Friday, 83-79.

Alice R. Infelise, 82

“For what is it to die but to stand naked in the wind and to melt into the sun?

Third Kalispell burglar sentenced in district court

Joseph Claude Victoria, 20, received a suspended five-year sentence with the state Department of Corrections for felony conspiracy to commit burglary on Jan. 12.

Feds send $930 million to curb 'crisis' of US West wildfires

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The U.S. is directing $930 million toward reducing wildfire dangers in 10 western states by clearing trees and underbrush from national forests, the Biden administration announced Thursday, as officials struggle to protect communities from destructive infernos being made worse by climate change.

Legals for January, 19 2023

ATP brings Broadway season of entertainment to stage

Alpine Theatre Project is pulling out all the stops to bring back a Broadway season full of entertainment to Whitefish.

WTC hosts Father-Daughter Winter Ball

This special evening is open to fathers and daughters of all ages.

Legals for January, 18 2023

Proposals for future of Somers Beach State Park up for review

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) is asking for feedback on a draft development plan outlining future potential upgrades for Somers Beach State Park, which formally opened to the public in May 2022.

Legals for January, 17 2023