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Lawmakers approve bill restricting display of some flags on public property
A law prohibiting the display of certain flags and banners on government property passed the Montana Legislature on Tuesday.
Gianforte presses Legislature to pass property tax relief bills during Kalispell visit
Despite an ongoing legislative stalemate, Gov. Greg Gianforte stuck firmly to his vision for fiscal relief at a press conference in Kalispell on Wednesday.
Earth Day enthusiasts gather at annual event
Flathead Valley residents got an early start celebrating Earth Day, which is officially April 22, with the all-day exposition featuring clean energy showcases, panels and kids activities. About 400 people attended the event, and more than three dozen local businesses and organizations signed on to host booths.
Bigfork native and World War II vet celebrates his centennial
The Glacier Park Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars celebrated its first centenarian last week.
Bobby’s Law receives widespread support from state lawmakers and local advocates
Legislation mandating harsher penalties for drunk drivers is poised to reach the governor’s desk after receiving near-unanimous support from the state Senate.
Reed's Slough Wildlife Viewing Area opens in Flathead Valley
Onlookers cheered as Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Director Christy Clark cut through a scarlet ribbon Saturday morning, officially opening Reed’s Slough Wildlife Viewing Area to the public.
Park Service admits ‘substantial concerns’ in ending Gunsight Lake bull trout project
The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service filed documents on April 9 saying that both government organizations would voluntarily rescind approval for the project after two conservation nonprofits sued the agencies in September 2024.
Judge Dan Wilson launches new bid for Montana Supreme Court seat
Flathead County District Court Judge Dan Wilson is again running for the Montana Supreme Court.
Cuts to federal humanities funds hit the Flathead Valley
Recent reductions to the National Endowment for the Humanities will cut a little deeper at Columbia Falls High School, where librarian Alia Hanson said a program funded through the state humanities council provided a safe space for many students.
Researchers seek answers in the case of Northwest Montana’s disappearing elk
Researchers searched the dense underbrush for any sign of the newborn elk calf. It was important they find the young animal in the next 72 hours, before it gained full use of its gangly legs and the window for safe capture closed.