House Republicans drop Jim Jordan as their nominee for speaker, falling back to square one

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans dropped Rep. Jim Jordan on Friday as their nominee for House speaker, making the decision during a closed-door session after the hard-edged ally of Donald Trump failed badly on a third ballot for the gavel.

House Republicans reject Jim Jordan a third time for the speaker's gavel as opposition deepens

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Jim Jordan failed badly Friday on a third ballot for the House speaker's gavel, rejected by even more Republicans from the conservative mainstream who warned the hard-edged ally of Donald Trump that no threats or promises could win their support.

Jim Jordan digs in for a third vote for House speaker as Republicans refuse to give him the gavel

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House prepared to vote as Rep. Jim Jordan tried for a third time Friday for the speaker's gavel, digging in for a fight despite deepening opposition from Republican colleagues who are warning the hard-edged ally of Donald Trump that no more threats or promises can win their support.

Presley, Wolfpack rally past Sentinel

Jackson Presley’s three second-half touchdown passes ended Missoula Sentinel’s win streak over Glacier at six games Thursday.

Wastewater leaks ‘far in excess’ at Holland Lake: DEQ

State regulators flagged a wastewater system that serves Holland Lake Lodge and the public campground as leaking “far in excess” of the amount allowed as the private resort goes back on the market.

State cross country: Backyard battle in Class A

Rebecca Farm is host to the 60th Montana State Cross Country Championships Saturday, and for the first time since 2020.

Doubling up: Standout Flathead runner Rumsey Eash added soccer to her duties this fall

Lilli Rumsey Eash is a good-bordering on-great cross country runner who came into 2023 with three All-State finishes to her credit.

Flathead flattens Hellgate, 48-12

Missoula Hellgate had the hot start but Flathead had the big finish Thursday, with Brett Pesola leading the Braves to a 48-12 football win over the Knights at MCPS Stadium.

Legals for October, 20 2023

GOP's Jordan will back a temporary House speaker as he tries to shore up support, lawmakers say

WASHINGTON (AP) — Refusing to drop out, Republican Rep. Jim Jordan told GOP colleagues Thursday he will back a temporary U.S. House speaker as he works to shore up support to win the gavel himself.

Columbia Falls man booked on negligent homicide charge for allegedly running over ex-wife

Authorities on Wednesday arrested a Columbia Falls man who prosecutors say ran over his ex-wife in Martin City last June and then fled the scene.

Columbia Falls Chamber holds Harvestfest

The Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a Harvestfest celebration on Saturday, Oct. 21 in Hungry Horse at Canyon Elementary School.

Teen accused of wielding brass knuckles in fight faces felony charge

A 19-year-old from Kalispell faces a felony assault charge for allegedly beating a teenager with brass knuckles during a mid-September melee in Whitefish.

Inuit soul music and culture comes to the Flathead

Alaska ensemble Pamyua will showcase Inuit culture through modern performance for one night only in Whitefish on Oct. 27.

Fall dance and music lineup takes stage at Wachholz College Center

A Flamenco dance showcase and a mix of soul, folk and country music is on tap this fall at the Wachholz College Center.

Donald L. Groves, 91

Donald L. Groves, 91, passed away on Oct. 13, 2023, at his home in Kalispell.

Western A: compelling, mystifying

High school football’s regular season is winding down across Montana, and in this corner of the state, the second-highest classification has some explaining to do.

Wolfpack welcomes Spartans; Flathead on road to play Hellgate

The Missoula Sentinel Spartans haven’t gone anywhere: The 2020-21 State AA champions still have a battle-hardened quarterback, a pair of Division I receivers and talent besides.

Legals for October, 19 2023

Alleged attempted stabbing in Kalispell ends with arrest

A woman accused of trying to stab another person in downtown Kalispell over the weekend faces an assault with a weapon charge in Flathead County District Court.