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Nonprofits warn AmeriCorps cuts will reduce community services
Cuts to national AmeriCorps programs are creating uncertainty for community organizations that have long relied on the program to fill staffing gaps.
Daines proposes expanding federal funds for some public land projects
Montana’s senators are backing efforts to extend a $2 billion pot of funding for maintenance projects on public lands.
High water leads to closure of Blankenship gravel bar area
High water levels prompted U.S. Forest Service officials to close a portion of the Blankenship Bridge area until further notice.
New business aims to protect what matters
Unlike the flimsy safes he had perused before, the Champion-brand safes were hefty. According to the manufacturer, each one is hand-built with multiple layers of American-made steel and includes several other features that prevent damage during natural disasters and break-ins.
Venezuela man detained by Whitefish Border Patrol is released after week of protests
A Kalispell man from Venezuela detained by U.S. Border Patrol agents last week was released Wednesday night following days of protests outside the federal agency’s Whitefish office.
Governor signs Bobby’s Law, imposing tougher drunk driving penalties
Gov. Greg Gianforte put Bobby’s Law on the books Friday, increasing statewide penalties for drunk driving.
New FWP supervisor’s career rooted in connecting community with science
Spending time between family camping trips scouring streambanks for frogs and scaling trees to retrieve intricately woven bird nests, her father stoked her love for the outdoors with extended fishing trips on some of the state’s proverbial 10,000 lakes.
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.