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Settlement over Bigfork subdivision would allow developer to resubmit plan
A lawsuit filed by the developer behind a proposed Bigfork subdivision against Flathead County following denial of…
Yellow Bay boat ramp closed through April 22
The boat ramp at the Yellow Bay unit of Flathead Lake State Park is closed for construction April 15-22.
Gates now open to scenic SKQ Overlook
The gates to the SKQ Overlook opened April 15 and will remain open in the morning and close at sunset until Oct. 15.
Three-story hotel proposed for Bigfork
A 64-room hotel is planned for a new subdivision on the north side of Bigfork.
Bigfork's iconic pine tree comes down
An iconic Bigfork tree that stood outside of the Tall Pine lounge, which was itself named after the tree, was cut down April 3. The species was estimated to be…
Comedy-drama ‘Steel Magnolias’ opens in Bigfork
Michele Mank (formerly Shapero) directed “Steel Magnolias” nine years ago in 2015 and, after directing a dozen plays with the Bigfork Community Players, she is…
Two Republicans and a Democrat vie for newly-drawn House District 11
Three candidates are looking to represent the newly-drawn House District 11, an area encompassing southeast Kalispell, Creston, Lake Blaine and north Bigfork, come November.
Conceptual plans emerge for luxury resort in Lakeside
Four years ago, Glenn Housman invested in 100 acres at the end of Blacktail Heights Road atop a knob above Lakeside.
Mack Days anglers lauded as relentless
How to describe those anglers who put in countless hours, dollars, sweat, and a little bit of blood out on Flathead Lake during the Mack Days fishing events? T…
More snow needed to improve summer’s water outlook
While February moisture boosted snowpack levels across the state, March didn’t help much – except in southwest and southern parts of the state. However, recent…
FEC holds annual meeting April 18
The Annual Meeting & Energy Expo open house will be Thursday, April 18 at Flathead Valley Community College’s Wachholz College Center.
Talk looks at vanished Montana town that was once America's wickedest
John Shontz, Helena lawyer and author, will tell the story of the short-lived town in a presentation April 15 in Kalispell.
History foundation awards grants to Northwest Montana projects
Grants were awarded to three different organizations in Northwest Montana.
Zinke lauds decision to hold more water in Flathead Lake this spring
Republican U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke applauded Monday a plan to hold more water in Flathead Lake this spring.
Job fair provides opportunities for job seekers and businesses
The Northwest Montana Job & Opportunity Fair returns to the Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center on Thursday, April 11, offering a dynamic platform for both job seekers and businesses to connect and explore pot…
PHOTOS: 58th annual Creston Auction and Country Fair
Scenes from the 58th annual Creston Auction and Country Fair on Saturday, April 6. The event is the largest fundraiser for the Creston Fire Department and has …